Description
Chicken Liver Pate is a classic French recipe that makes the perfect starter. The secret of this recipe is the use of roasted butternut squash. Serve with bread, crudités and crackers of your choice.
Ingredients
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- 1 butternut squash (weighing about 675-800g/1 1/2-1 3/4lb)
- salt and ground black pepper
- 15ml (1 tbsp) olive oil, plus extra
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, crushed
- 400g (14oz) chicken livers
- 225g (8oz) low-fat cream cheese
- 120ml (8 tbsp) clarified butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 220°C/fan 200°C/gas 7. Cut the squash in half lengthways, scoop out the seeds, then arrange the halves in a small roasting tin. Season lightly, then drizzle with olive oil. Roast for 30-45 minutes or until cooked and set aside to cool down.
- Heat the tablespoon oil in a large frying pan, then add the onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until starting to soften. Add the garlic and chicken livers, then cook over high heat for 3 to 4 minutes, until the livers are cooked through and lightly browned. Remove the pan from the heat and allow to cool.
- Scrape the cream cheese into the bowl of a blender or food processor and add the chicken liver mixture with the flesh of the butternut squash. Blend until smooth then add seasonings to taste.
- Scrape the pâté into a serving bowl and smooth the top. Chill for 2 hours, then garnish with a chopped fresh herbs before serving. Alternatively, if you would like to seal the pâté, pour melted butter on top and keep in the fridge. Consume within 2-3 days.
Notes
- Crusty bread or melba toast is divine with this pâté. For those of you who prefer healthier options, vegetable crudités can be dipped into this pâté and enjoyed.
- If you’re not bothered about the fat contents of your food you can substitute the cream cheese for a full-fat one.
- If you find that you have a lot of chicken left over after making this recipe, why not try my briliant Cajun Chicken Pasta recipe to use it all up?
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Starter
- Method: Pan Fry
- Cuisine: French
Keywords: chicken liver pate, chicken liver recipe, chicken liver starter, chicken liver appetizer, chicken liver and butternut squash
