Brazilian Beer Marinated Chicken Recipe

Name: Brazilian Beer Marinated Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 garlic cloves, smashed; 4 slices peeled fresh ginger, smashed (1/4-inch each); 1 medium onion, thinly sliced; 1 tablespoon sweet paprika; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon caraway seed; 1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped; 1/4 cup Dijon mustard; 2 cups dark lager beer (preferably Xingu Black Beer) or 2 cups stout beer (American beer is good too); 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 oz each); 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; lime wedge, for serving

Servings: persons

4 garlic cloves, smashed
4 slices peeled fresh ginger, smashed (1/4-inch each)
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon caraway seed
1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
2 cups dark lager beer (preferably Xingu Black Beer) or 2 cups stout beer (American beer is good too)
1/4 cup vegetable oil
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 oz each)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
lime wedge, for serving

1
In a shallow dish, mix the garlic, ginger, onion, paprika, salt, black pepper, caraway seeds, green pepper, mustard, beer and oil.
2
Add the chicken, cover and refrigerate for 4 hours, turning a few times.
3
Light a grill.
4
Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill over high heat until nicely browned and just cooked through, about 5 minutes per side.
5
Transfer the chicken to a platter and brush with the melted butter.
6
Scatter the cilantro over the top and serve with lime wedges.
7
Wonderful with baked potatoes and a green vegetable.
8
*Xingu Black Beer is an anise-scented, bittersweet black lager from Brazil.*.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 garlic cloves, smashed, 4 slices peeled fresh ginger, smashed (1/4-inch each), 1 medium onion, thinly sliced, 1 tablespoon sweet paprika, and more.

Yes, Brazilian Beer Marinated 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Brazilian Beer Marinated Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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