Chicken Gizzards - Pasture Raised

Our pasture-raised chickens are raised the way nature intended — free to roam lush, shaded pastures throughout North Central Florida. Fed a natural diet and allowed to grow at a healthy, natural pace, our birds produce tender, flavorful meat you can feel good about serving your family. Humanely raised and carefully harvested, our chickens reflect our commitment to local sustainability and responsible farming, bringing truly fresh, wholesome poultry from our community directly to yours.

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Our Favorite Recipe:

Chicken Gizzards
The secret is braise first, then fry or sauté.

 Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 2 lbs chicken gizzards

• 1 tbsp beef tallow or butter

• 1 onion (sliced)

• 4 garlic cloves (minced)

• 2 cups chicken broth

• 2 tbsp soy sauce (or 1½ tsp salt)

• 1 tsp paprika

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp thyme

• ½ tsp onion powder

• 1 bay leaf (optional)

Step 1: Make Them SUPER Tender

1. Add gizzards and broth to a pot.

2. Bring to a boil, then lower heat.

3. Simmer 50–60 minutes (until fork-tender).

Don’t skip this — it transforms texture.

Fast method: pressure cooker 25 minutes.

 Step 2: Build Flavor

1. Drain gizzards (save a little broth).

2. Heat oil or butter in skillet.

3. Cook onions until soft and golden.

4. Add garlic and spices.

5. Add gizzards and sauté 8–10 minutes.

Let them brown slightly — this creates deep flavor.

 Step 3: Make the Sauce (Best Part)

1. Add ½ cup reserved broth.

2. Simmer 5–8 minutes until thick and glossy.

Optional upgrade:

• Add 1 tbsp butter at the end for richness.

 Serve With

• White rice

• Mashed potatoes

• Grits

• Bread for dipping

Chef Tips (Game Changers)

• Low slow cooking = tender gizzards.

• Slight browning after boiling adds restaurant flavor.

• A splash of vinegar or hot sauce at the end wakes up the taste.