Awesome Fried Chicken Gizzards Recipe

Tired of expensive frozen chicken gizzards? This recipe delivers crispy, unbelievably tender fried chicken gizzards that will impress even the pickiest eaters! My family was blown away – even I, a former gizzard-skeptic, loved them! This easy recipe uses a simple onion ring batter base, elevating the flavor with your favorite seasonings. Get ready for a new family favorite – perfect for a weeknight dinner or a fun game-day snack!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 1040.6 kcal
Protein 30g
Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Awesome Fried Chicken Gizzards

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How to Make Awesome Fried Chicken Gizzards

  1. Prepare onion ring batter according to package directions.
  2. Add 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), and 1/2 teaspoon salt to the batter. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  3. Add 1 pound of cleaned chicken gizzards to the batter, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated.
  4. Pour approximately 1 inch of vegetable oil into a large, deep frying pan.
  5. Heat the oil over high heat. Test the oil temperature by dropping a small piece of batter into the oil; it should sizzle immediately.
  6. Carefully add the gizzards to the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
  7. Fry the gizzards for 10-15 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. The longer you fry them, the more tender they will become.
  8. Remove the gizzards from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

41g

Carbs

0g