Slow Cooker AIP Chicken Gizzard Recipe
This simple AIP Slow-Cooker Chicken Gizzard Recipe is perfect for the AIP diet. It’s moist and tender with great flavor. It is also a simple, healthy food chockfull of nutrients that you can come to love.
Equipment
- Slow cooker
- Skillet (optional for sautéing aromatics)
- Knife and cutting board
- Measuring spoons
- Ladle for serving
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken gizzards cleaned and trimmed
- 2 cups AIP-compliant bone broth or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or coconut oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 teaspoon rosemary
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar optional for added brightness
- 2 carrots sliced (optional for added flavor)
Instructions
- Prep the Gizzards: Clean and trim the chicken gizzards, removing any fat or gristle. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a skillet, heat olive oil or coconut oil over medium heat. Add garlic and onion, sautéing until fragrant and translucent.
- Add to Slow Cooker: Transfer the sautéed garlic and onions to the slow cooker. Add the chicken gizzards, bone broth, rosemary, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the gizzards are tender.
- Finish and Serve: Before serving, add apple cider vinegar if desired. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve with your favorite AIP sides like cauliflower rice or roasted vegetables.
Notes
- Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze leftovers for up to 3 months.
- Vegetable Options: Feel free to add more vegetables like celery or parsnips to enhance the flavor.
- Substitutions: If you don't have bone broth, vegetable broth works just as well. For extra f
lavor, you can also add a pinch of turmeric or ginger.