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  1. Chicken Liver with Onions

Chicken liver with onions is a rustic Bulgarian village dish. The livers are pan-fried with generous sliced onions, black pepper, and paprika until golden. Typically served as a hearty meze or main course with fresh bread in traditional taverns.

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How should I track Chicken Liver with Onions?

Chicken Liver with Onions is high in iron. Traditional dishes like Chicken Liver with Onions are best tracked by weighing your actual portion, because recipes vary widely between households. Two versions of the same dish can differ by 30–50% in calories depending on how much oil, butter, or cheese was used. A meta-analysis (Wehling & Lusher, Am J Clin Nutr 2021) showed that people underreport calorie intake by 25–30% on average, and complex dishes with multiple ingredients are the hardest to estimate. When eating out, ask about preparation — it helps you make a more informed log entry.

Macro Breakdown

Macro Split: 48% Protein, 10% Carbs, 42% FatMacro Split100%
Protein48%20.0g
Carbs10%4.0g
Fat42%8.0g

Nutrition Facts

Per 100g. Percentages reflect Daily Value (DV).

Energy
  • Calories
    165kcal—
Macronutrients
  • Protein
    20.0g40%
  • Carbohydrates
    4.0g—
  • Fat
    8.0g—
  • Fiberathlete
    0.5g2%
  • Sugar
    2.5g—
  • Saturated Fat
    3.2g—
Minerals
  • Sodium
    85mg—
  • Calciumathlete
    12mg1%
  • Ironathlete
    10mg54%
Vitamins
  • Vitamin Dathlete
    0.5mcg3%

% Daily Value based on FDA 2,000 kcal reference diet. Strength trainees have different needs — see highlighted nutrients.

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Chicken Liver with Onions — values for 150g

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Primary macros

Calories
248
kcal
Protein
30.0
g
Carbs
6.0
g
Fat
12.0
g

More nutrients

Fiber
0.8g
Sugar
3.8g
Sat. Fat
4.8g
Sodium
128mg
Calcium
18mg
Iron
15mg
Potassium
443mg
Magnesium
27mg
Zinc
5mg
Vitamin D
0.8mcg
Nutrient highlights
High in IronHigh in ZincHigh in Protein

Frequently Asked Questions

Chicken Liver with Onions is high in iron. Traditional dishes like Chicken Liver with Onions are best tracked by weighing your actual portion, because recipes vary widely between households. Two versions of the same dish can differ by 30–50% in calories depending on how much oil, butter, or cheese was used. A meta-analysis (Wehling & Lusher, Am J Clin Nutr 2021) showed that people underreport calorie intake by 25–30% on average, and complex dishes with multiple ingredients are the hardest to estimate. When eating out, ask about preparation — it helps you make a more informed log entry.

Chicken Liver with Onions contains 20g protein per 100g, which is high in protein. A 150g serving provides 30.0g protein.

Notable nutrients in Chicken Liver with Onions include Iron, Zinc and Protein. Per 100g: 20g protein, 4g carbs, and 8g fat.

Chicken Liver with Onions can fit into a weight loss plan. At 165 kcal per 100g it is moderately calorie-dense and high in protein, so portion size matters.

Yes, Chicken Liver with Onions is keto-friendly. With 4g total carbs and 0.5g fiber per 100g (3.5g net carbs), it fits easily within the daily 20-50g net carb limit.

Chicken Liver with Onions provides 165 kcal, 20g protein, 4g carbs, and 8g fat per 100g. Compare with other traditional bulgarian foods in our database to find the best option for your nutritional goals.

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Chicken Liver with Onions

Macros per 100g

165
Calories
Protein20.0g
Fat8.0g
Carbs4.0g
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