Italian Style Giblets

Delight in the rustic charm of **Italian Style Giblets**, a hearty dish that transforms humble chicken giblets into a savory masterpiece brimming with Mediterranean flavors. This recipe combines tender hearts, livers, and gizzards with a fragrant medley of sautéed onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Simmered in a robust sauce of dry white wine, diced tomatoes, and a touch of tomato paste, it's elevated with fresh rosemary, parsley, and a hint of red chili flakes for subtle heat. Ideal served over creamy polenta or alongside crusty bread, this comfort-filled dish makes the most of simple ingredients while delivering big, bold flavors. Perfect for lovers of traditional Italian cuisine, this recipe is both economical and soul-warming—a must-try for hearty family meals or adventurous culinary enthusiasts!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g chicken giblets (hearts, livers, and gizzards)
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium carrot, finely diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, finely diced
• 150 ml dry white wine
• 400 g canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 tsp red chili flakes
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0 optional cooked polenta or crusty bread (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Clean the giblets thoroughly under cold running water, trimming any excess fat or connective tissue. Pat them dry with paper towels and cut them into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery to the pan. Sauté for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables become soft and fragrant.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the giblets to the pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are browned on all sides.

Step 5

Pour in the dry white wine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the alcohol to evaporate. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan for extra flavor.

Step 6

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, rosemary, and chili flakes. Mix well to combine.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the mixture simmer gently for 35-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of water or chicken broth to loosen it.

Step 8

Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in the chopped parsley before serving.

Step 9

Serve the Italian Style Giblets hot, either over creamy polenta or with slices of crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1856.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1765.7

Total Fat 93.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 1858mg	0%
Sodium 3703.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 75.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.0g	0%
Total Sugars 33.1g
Protein 137.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 446.4mg	0%
Iron 48.8mg	0%
Potassium 3926.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.6%

Protein: 32.5%

Carbs: 17.9%