Beer-Braised Chicken Recipe

Name: Beer-Braised Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 pound slab or thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs (about 2 1/2 pounds); Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; All-purpose flour, for dredging; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 1 (12-ounce) bottle beer (preferably brown ale); 1 cup frozen pearl onions, thawed; 1/2 pound small red-skinned new potatoes, halved; 2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard; 2 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar; 4 sprigs fresh thyme; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

1/4 pound slab or thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs (about 2 1/2 pounds)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
All-purpose flour, for dredging
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 (12-ounce) bottle beer (preferably brown ale)
1 cup frozen pearl onions, thawed
1/2 pound small red-skinned new potatoes, halved
2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
2 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
4 sprigs fresh thyme
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

1
Heat a large pot over medium-high heat.
2
Add the bacon and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
3
Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate.
4
Season the chicken with salt and pepper and dredge in flour, shaking off the excess.
5
Add the olive oil to the drippings in the pot.
6
Add the chicken in batches and cook over medium-high heat until golden on the bottom, 6 to 7 minutes, then flip and sear the other side, about 1 minute.
7
Add the beer, onions, potatoes, mustard, sugar, thyme and 1 cup water to the pot and stir, making sure the chicken is fully submerged.
8
Simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes.
9
Discard the thyme and stir in the bacon and parsley.
10
Per serving: Calories 543; Fat 28 g (Saturated 8 g); Cholesterol 118 mg; Sodium 450 mg; Carbohydrate 33 g; Fiber 2 g; Protein 34 g
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Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 pound slab or thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, 8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs (about 2 1/2 pounds), Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, All-purpose flour, for dredging, and more.

Yes, Beer-Braised Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Beer-Braised Chicken

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