Posted on Sunday, December 15, 2024 in
Chicken Recipes
Aromatic and delicious juicy beer chicken recipe (receita de frango com cerveja delicioso), a savory dish of tender chicken simmered in beer, broth, and aromatic spices.
Recipe Info
| Preparation time | 10 min |
| Cooking Time | 30 min |
| Ready In | 40 min |
| Level of Difficulty | Easy |
| Servings | 2 Servings |
Ingredients
4 whole chicken legs1 onion1 can of beer (330 ml or 11.2 fl oz)330 ml of chicken or beef broth (1 1/3 cups)Flour as neededOlive oil3 garlic clovesThyme and pepper (or other aromatic herbs of your choice)Salt
Preparation
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then coat them lightly in flour. Use just enough flour to achieve a golden crust when cooked.
- In a large frying pan (big enough to hold all the chicken pieces), add a generous drizzle of olive oil and heat it up.
- Brown the chicken pieces evenly on all sides. Once golden, remove them from the pan and set aside.
- In the same oil, sauté the onion and garlic, seasoning with a pinch of salt. Add thyme and pepper (or other aromatic herbs of your choice).
- Return the chicken to the pan and pour in the broth and beer.
- Let it reduce for about 10 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce thickens.
- Serve with bread, and for an extra treat, pair it with French fries for an unbeatable side.
Adapted from a Recipe by: Juanan Sempere
Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)
| Calories | 814 kcal |
| Fat | 56 g |
| Carbs | 19 g |
| Protein | 46 g |
Recommended Cook Book
Want to master more authentic Portuguese dishes? I learned so many cooking techniques from Taste Portugal 101 Easy Portuguese Recipes—it’s a staple in our kitchen and the perfect companion to the recipes on this site.
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