Pan Fried Chicken Hearts
User Reviews
4.7
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
351 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Snacks
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Cuisine
Brazilian
Pan Fried Chicken Hearts
Description
This recipe uses 2 pounds of chicken hearts fried in a pan with cooking fat such as lard, tallow, or olive oil. The hearts are seasoned with fine salt, ground cumin, chili flakes, and rosemary, then cooked over medium heat. As the hearts cook, they release water which evaporates, concentrating the flavor.
When pink color disappears and moisture is nearly gone, crushed garlic cloves are added to infuse the dish with a mild garlicky aroma. Frequent turning ensures even browning without overcooking. The recommended doneness is medium-well to maintain tenderness and juiciness without rubberiness.
Chicken hearts offer a dense yet tender texture distinct from other poultry cuts. The combination of spices and garlic complements the hearts’ rich flavor, making this a savory and satisfying dish. It can be served as a snack, appetizer, or alongside rice or vegetables.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken hearts
- 2 tablespoons cooking fat lard or tallow is best, but olive oil can be used, for frying
- 1 ½ teaspoon salt fine
- ½ teaspoon cumin ground
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1 tablespoon rosemary half the amount if fresh, dried
- 10 garlic optional, adjust to taste, crushed, cloves
Instructions
- In a shallow saucepan, melt the 2 tablespoons fat for frying on high heat and add the 2 pounds chicken hearts.
- Sprinkle 1 1/2 teaspoon fine salt, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin and 1 teaspoon chili flakes.
- Fry them up, turning around in the pan. They will start releasing water. Turn heat down to medium.
- When the hearts have lost their pink/red color and the water is almost completely evaporated, add 1 tablespoon dried rosemary and 10 crushed garlic cloves (if using).
- Continue frying and turning them often until they are evenly browned. Be careful not to over cook. Chicken hearts ideal doneness is medium-well.
Notes
- Crushed garlic adds about 3 net carbs per serving; omitting it results in a zero-carb dish.
- Use rendered fat like lard or tallow for frying to enhance flavor; olive oil is an acceptable substitute.
- Aim for medium-well doneness to keep hearts tender yet cooked through without becoming tough.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 351 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 351kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Sodium | 915mg | 38% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 0.04g | 0% |
| Net Carbohydrates | 2g |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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