Fusilli with Chicken Livers

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PRESENTATION

Fusilli coi fegatini di pollo really captures the heart of Campania’s rustic vibes. It's got that rich, homey aroma that fills the room. And, you know, it just feels tender when you dig in. This chicken liver pasta kicks off with classic Italian vibes—sauté those onions until they're sweet and golden. Then, toss in the chicken livers. Seriously good. Just cook them until they're still moist.

Here's the thing: a splash of brandy adds this amazing depth, kind of like a secret move in many Italian chicken liver recipes. Folks around Campania have been doing this forever, with little twists depending on the town—or even the family! Sometimes you'll find bay leaf or nutmeg in there for that extra earthy kick.

For real, people always say to pick those pink-yellow livers. They’re milder, and have a bit more fat, so the sauce doesn’t get too strong. No fancy stuff—just a solid sauce that’s quick and always packs a hearty punch. Those little liver bits cling perfectly to every curve of the fusilli with chicken livers, soaking up all that rich sauce. It doesn't hide its ingredients.

This is true traditional Italian pasta, made with whatever’s on hand—pretty much. Some might call it an offal recipe, but in Campania, it’s just your regular dinner when you want something comforting and different from the usual tomato or cream sauces.

Whether you’re into strong tastes or curious about rustic Italian dishes, this one shows how simple ingredients turn out really, really tasty with a few smart moves. It’s the kind of meal with a story, passed down and tweaked over the years—always keeping that bold spirit. And listen, it truly connects you to the core of Italian cooking. You gotta try it.

INGREDIENTS
Fusilli pasta 11.3 oz (320 g)
Chicken liver 12 oz (340 g)
White onions ¾ cup (125 g)
Brandy 1.6 oz (45 g)
Garlic 1 clove
Chicken broth to taste
Fine salt to taste
Extra virgin olive oil to taste
Preparation

How to prepare Fusilli with Chicken Livers

To prepare fusilli with chicken livers, start by preparing the Chicken broth which will be used for cooking the meat. Then move on to the livers: place them in a colander and rinse them under running water 1. Then transfer them to a tray lined with a dry cloth and pat them dry 2. Next, place the livers on a cutting board and chop them coarsely 3.

Leave the meat aside for a moment and prepare the sauté: peel and finely slice the onion 4, peel the garlic clove 5 and cut it in half to remove the green sprout inside. Then in a large pan, pour a drizzle of oil, add the garlic 6 and let it brown.

Remove the garlic when it is well browned and add the onions 7. Cook them for about 10 minutes, adding a ladle of chicken broth 8 to aid cooking and prevent the onion from burning. When the onion has softened, add the chopped livers 9.

Salt to taste, stir 10, and deglaze with the brandy 11: cook the livers for a few minutes over high heat, 4-5 minutes will suffice to brown and flavor the meat. Then bring a large pot of water to a boil for the pasta and add the fusilli 12.

When they are al dente, drain them and pour them into the pan with the chicken livers 13, toss the pasta for a few minutes, stirring with a skimmer 14, and turn off the heat. If necessary, you can add a bit of chicken broth. The fusilli with chicken livers are ready to be enjoyed 15!

Storage

Fusilli with chicken livers are best enjoyed hot. You can store them in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 1 day.
Freezing is not recommended.

Tip

It's all a matter of taste here: if you love delicate flavors, choose pinkish-yellow livers from the butcher; if you love flavored dishes, add bay leaves or nutmeg; if you think brandy is too strong, use white wine instead.

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