Uncle’s Chicken Liver Pâté: A Fertility-Boosting Delight

When I think of comfort food with a purpose, my Uncle’s Chicken Liver Pâté comes straight to mind. This rich, velvety spread isn’t just a treat for your taste buds—it’s a powerhouse for your fertility, packed with nutrients that can make a real difference when you’re trying to conceive. In our recent YouTube video, "Food for Fertility, I teamed up with Jacqui, a nutrition coach, and Sam, a life coach, to discuss food that improves fertility and organ meat - particularly chicken organs came up. Pate is an amazing and easy way to consume more organs!

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Why Chicken Liver? The Fertility Connection

Liver might not be everyone’s first pick, but it’s a fertility superstar. As we explored in "Food for Fertility," organ meats like chicken liver are loaded with Vitamin A (retinol), iron, and Vitamin B6—nutrients that support ovulation, sperm health, and early fetal development. Studies, like the Nurses’ Health Study II, show that higher B6 intake can cut ovulatory infertility risk by up to 40%.

Plus, just 100 grams of chicken liver delivers over 500 mcg of folate (vital for preventing neural tube defects) and a whopping dose of bioavailable iron to keep your energy and blood supply strong. In the video, we unpack why these nutrients matter—watch it to see why people call liver “nature’s multivitamin.”

Chicken liver stands out for its mild flavor and versatility, making it an easy entry into the world of offal. My uncle’s recipe takes it up a notch with a creamy, savory twist that’s downright addictive—proof you don’t have to sacrifice taste for health.

Uncle’s Chicken Liver Pâté Recipe (Adapted)

Here’s how to whip up this fertility-friendly dish in your own kitchen. It’s simple, rustic, and oh-so-satisfying.

Ingredients:

• ½ onion, finely chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1–2 tbsp butter (grass-fed if you can—more fertility fats!)

• Pinch of salt

• Pinch of nutmeg

• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or a sprinkle of dried)

• 2 tots (about ¼ cup) port or red wine

• 1 cup chicken broth

• 1 punnet (about 250g) chicken livers, rinsed and trimmed

• 3 tbsp cream (heavy or double, for that luscious finish)

• Sourdough toast, for serving

Instructions:

1. Sauté the Base: Melt 1–2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant—about 5 minutes.

2. Season and Simmer: Stir in salt, nutmeg, fresh thyme, port or red wine, and chicken broth. Let the flavors meld for a minute, then add the chicken livers.

3. Cook It Down: Simmer gently for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the livers are cooked through (no longer pink inside) and the liquid reduces by more than half. Want a thicker pâté? Reduce it even further—your call!

4. Blend to Perfection: Transfer the mixture to a blender (or use a hand blender right in the pan) and process until smooth. Add 3 tablespoons of cream and blend again for that silky texture.

5. Chill and Serve: Let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for a couple of hours to set. Spread it generously on sourdough toast—its tangy crunch pairs perfectly with the richness.

   
   

Serves: 4–6 as an appetizer or snack. Keeps in the fridge for 3–4 days (if it lasts that long!).

Fertility on a Plate

This pâté isn’t just a recipe—it’s a step toward nourishing your body for the future you’re dreaming of. The chicken livers bring the heavy hitters: Vitamin A for hormone balance, iron for vitality, and B vitamins to support conception. The butter and cream add healthy fats (crucial for reproductive hormones), while thyme and nutmeg sneak in antioxidants. Pair it with sourdough, and you’ve got a gut-friendly combo that’s as delicious as it is purposeful.

In "Food for Fertility", we dig deeper into why organ meats like this are game-changers—way beyond what a no-effort diet can offer. Couples prioritizing nutrient-dense foods conceive 20–60% faster, and the benefits ripple into pregnancy and baby health. Chicken liver pâté? It’s not just a spread; it’s a small, tasty rebellion against nutrient scarcity.

Try It, Love It, Learn More

Ready to give your fertility a boost—and treat yourself to something amazing? Make Uncle’s Chicken Liver Pâté this weekend, then head over to our video to see why Jacqui, Sam, and I are so passionate about foods like this. But don’t stop there—join our course, Coming Home to Yourself, where we’ll guide you through nutrition, mindset, and more to optimize your preconception journey.

Sign up now, and you’ll get an exclusive 1:1 session with one of us—Jacqui, Sam, or me—to personalize your path, whether it’s mastering liver recipes or fine-tuning your fertility plan.

It’s more than a recipe or a course—it’s your invitation to thrive. Let’s make it happen together!

Carmen

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