Chicken Liver Health Benefits and Nutrition Facts

Nutritional summary

Chicken liver is a highly concentrated source of folate (vitamin B9), providing significantly higher levels than many other animal-based foods .
The folate content in chicken liver is sensitive to preparation; research indicates that boiling or steaming preserves more of this vitamin compared to frying, which can lead to greater nutrient loss .
As a metabolic organ, the liver is a dense source of essential amino acids and minerals, though it is also a source of saturated fat that should be considered within the context of overall cardiovascular health .
Early research suggests that the specific nutrient profile of chicken liver, including its mineral and energy density, can vary depending on the dietary intake of the broiler chickens .

Interesting fact

In the 18th century, chicken livers were a primary ingredient in 'mock foie gras' recipes used by those who could not afford the expensive fattened goose liver.

Standout nutrients

EPIC

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Vitamin B12

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Vitamin A

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Biotin

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Folate

128

kcal per 100g

Protein18.9g

Fat5.06g

Carbs3.43g

Fiber0.07g

Sugar0.01g

Fat breakdown

Polyunsat1.36g

Monounsat1.29g

Saturated1.48g

Seasonality

Not available

Diet

Gluten FreeDairy FreeKetoPaleo

Sustainability

Lighter footprint

As an offal product, consuming liver reduces food waste and maximizes the utility of the whole animal.

Confidencemedium

Storage

Refrigerate

1–2 days

Highly perishable; keep in the coldest part of the fridge.

Freeze

3–6 months

Wrap tightly to prevent freezer burn.

Flavour

Data & Sources

Harmonized from 3 validated sources

French Food Database

1 contributing source food

McCance & Widdowson

1 contributing source food

USDA

USDA FoodData Central

1 contributing source food

Claim citations

Chicken Liver from Broilers Fed Wheat Germ Expeller: A Source of Minerals and Energy in the Human Diet - PMC

[1]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Effect of Different Cooking Methods on Folate Content in Chicken Liver - PMC

[3]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Dietary Patterns and All-Cause Mortality: A Systematic Review

[5]nesr.usda.gov

Food sources of saturated fat and cardiovascular disease: A systematic review

[7]nesr.usda.gov

Edible Offal as a Valuable Source of Nutrients in the Diet—A Review

[9]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Protein - The Nutrition Source

[11]nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu

Coverage

Nutrients

FoodCompass

65.6

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