Chicken livers wrapped in bacon

Bacon-wrapped chicken livers make a perfect appetiser for anyone wanting to level up their nutrient density with a luscious bacon taste.  

Livers are a great source of lean protein along with vitamin A, B2, B5, B12, choline, folate, iron, phosphorus and selenium.  Bacon fills in some additional potassium and B1.  

Serve on a bed of lettuce or spinach to fill in the vitamin C, K, calcium, magnesium and potassium. 

Macros 

One serve provides 220 calories, 24 g protein, 12 g fat and 1 g of net carbs  

Micros  

The Cronometer screengrab below shows the nutrients provided by 2000 calories of this recipe relative to the Optimal Nutrient Intakes.  

Ingredients 

SERVES 

  • 6 fresh chicken livers (260 g), halved 
  • 6 slices bacon or prosciutto (180 g), cut in half 
  • A handful of shredded lettuce 

Directions 

  • Preheat grill.
  • Wrap bacon or prosciutto around each piece and fasten with a toothpick. 
  • Place on a baking tray.
  • Grill for 5 – 7 minutes, then turn pieces and cook a further 5 – 7 minutes, or until cooked thoroughly.
  • Serve on a bed of shredded lettuce.

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