Chicken Gizzard Stew
Chicken Gizzard Stew is a hearty, savory dish featuring chicken gizzards slow-cooked in a flavorful broth with vegetables like onions, carrots, and celery. It is a comforting, rustic stew popular in many cuisines, including American Southern, European, and Asian cooking, often served with bread, rice, or mashed potatoes.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and relatively low in carbohydrates, providing essential nutrients like iron, zinc, and B vitamins. A typical serving contains roughly 250-350 calories, depending on the recipe and portion size.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 300 kcal |
| Protein | 25 g |
| Carbs | 15 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 600 mg |
| Iron | 4.5 mg |
| Zinc | 3.8 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 8.5 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 220 mg |
| Selenium | 18 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 6.2 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.4 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Chicken gizzards are a nutrient-dense organ meat, prized for their chewy texture and ability to absorb rich flavors during slow cooking. Nutritionally, they offer more iron and B12 than many cuts of muscle meat, making them a valuable addition to a balanced diet.
