Best Easy Crostini con Fegatini Recipe

Tuscan toasts spread with rich chicken liver pâté are the classic antipasto of every trattoria. This high protein mediterranean appetizer made with chicken liver is a family dinner tradition.

Cook 35 min Difficulty NORMAL 140 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • chicken livers 12 oz
  • rustic Italian bread 16 slices
  • yellow onion 1 pieces
  • garlic 2 cloves
  • whole milk 1 cup
Seasonings/Sauce
  • unsalted butter 2 tbsp
  • extra virgin olive oil 2 tbsp
  • fresh sage 6 leaves
  • sea salt 0.5 tsp
  • black pepper 0.25 tsp
  • dry white wine 0.25 cup
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 10 g 29%
Protein 13 g 37%
Fat 5 g 32%
Serving size 50g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Rinse the chicken livers, pat them dry, and trim away any sinew or green parts for even cooking and clean flavor.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil and butter over medium heat in a large skillet. When butter melts, add finely diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened but not browned.

  3. 3

    Add minced garlic and fresh sage leaves. Stir for 30 seconds, letting the aroma bloom, then increase heat to medium-high and add the chicken livers.

  4. 4

    Sauté the livers for 3–4 minutes, flipping occasionally. Add the white wine and let it evaporate, then pour in milk and cook for another 5 minutes until livers are lightly firm but still moist inside.

  5. 5

    Remove from heat, season with sea salt and black pepper, discard sage leaves, and transfer mixture to a food processor. Pulse to a coarse spread or blend until smooth, depending on texture preference.

  6. 6

    Toast bread slices under a broiler or on a grill until golden and crisp. Spread warm liver pâté thickly on each toast slice. Serve immediately while warm.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
Chicken livers are the defining ingredient in Crostini con Fegatini. Their rich, savory profile forms the base for the classic Tuscan spread, giving depth and unmistakable flavor to each toast.
Q. What detail matters most for heat control during cooking?
Careful heat control is crucial when sautéing chicken livers. Start with medium heat for onions, then increase to medium-high for the livers, ensuring the livers cook through but remain moist. Overcooking results in dryness, while undercooking may leave unpleasant textures.
Q. How can I ensure the pâté is creamy and not grainy?
To achieve a creamy texture, blend the cooked livers while still warm and use the milk to help emulsify. Removing sinew before cooking and pulsing in the food processor to your preferred consistency also prevents graininess.
Q. How many calories and protein does each serving provide?
Each serving contains about 140 kcal and 13g of protein. The recipe offers a high protein to carb ratio, with protein accounting for 37% of calories and carbs for 29%, making it great for those seeking a protein-rich Mediterranean appetizer.
Q. Which ingredient most influences the Mediterranean character of this dish?
Extra virgin olive oil and fresh sage are signature Mediterranean elements in the seasoning list. They impart aromatic herbal notes and a smooth richness, emphasizing the Tuscan roots of Crostini con Fegatini.
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