Brazilian Beer Marinated Chicken

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 9
Juicy and flavorful Brazilian Beer Marinated Chicken recipe
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

135 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 garlic cloves , smashed
4 slices peeled fresh ginger , smashed
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
2 tablespoons unsalted butter , melted
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
lime wedge , for serving

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
429
Sugar
1g
Fat
25g
Brazilian Beer Marinated Chicken is a unique and flavorful way to cook chicken. The recipe combines classic Brazilian flavors such as paprika, garlic, and cilantro with beer to create a juicy, delicious marinade that infuses the chicken with flavor. The chicken can be grilled on the barbecue or a grill pan and is perfect for a summer meal with friends and family. This recipe is easy to make but requires some planning ahead to allow the chicken to marinate for at least 2 hours before cooking.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix together the garlic, ginger, onion, paprika, salt, black pepper, caraway seed, and green bell pepper.
2.Add the Dijon mustard, beer, and vegetable oil to the mixture and whisk until well combined.
3.Add the chicken breast halves to the bowl and coat them completely with the marinade.
4.Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
5.Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
6.Remove the chicken from the marinade and brush them with the melted butter.
7.Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side or until they are cooked through.
8.Garnish the chicken with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

PROS

This Brazilian Beer Marinated Chicken is juicy, flavorful, and a great way to try something new with your chicken recipe.

The marinade is easy to make with simple ingredients and the chicken turns out tender and bursting with flavor.

CONS

Be careful when handling the chicken while it’s marinating, as it can get messy.
It’s recommended to use a large bowl and cover it with plastic wrap while it’s refrigerating.

The chicken needs to marinate for at least 2 hours, so plan ahead if you want to make it for dinner and allow enough time for marinating.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this Brazilian Beer Marinated Chicken might not be the healthiest recipe, it can still be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet. The chicken itself is a good source of protein and the marinade contains garlic and ginger which are known for their anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.

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