Chicken in Beer, Jamaican ” Red Stripe “

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 4

Jamaican-style Chicken in Beer recipe with Red Stripe beer

Chicken in Beer, Jamaican ” Red Stripe “

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

527

Sugar

Fat

38g

Chicken in Beer, Jamaican Red Stripe is a classic Jamaican dish that combines the flavors of rich coconut cream and Red Stripe beer with chicken. This dish is a perfect blend of ingredients and spices that create a delicious flavor profile that is distinctly Jamaican. Ideal for a cozy night in, a dinner party with friends, or a graduation party, this rich and flavorful meal will satisfy your taste buds in every way. This dish is an excellent example of Jamaican cuisine and is an ideal meal to showcase the unique flavors and spices of Jamaica.

Instructions

1.	Season chicken pieces with salt and black pepper, set aside.
2.	Heat oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
3.	Brown chicken on all sides and remove from skillet, set aside.
4.	In the same skillet, sauté onions and sweet peppers until onions are translucent.
5.	Add the chicken and beer to the skillet. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
6.	Cover and cook for 45 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
7.	Add the coconut cream to the skillet and continue cooking for 10 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
8.	Serve hot over rice or with your favorite side dish.

PROS

Chicken cooked in beer with coconut cream offers a rich and flavorful dish with a unique and authentic Jamaican taste.

The dish can be easily adjusted to increase or decrease the spice levels as desired.

CONS

Chicken cooked in beer with coconut cream is high in calories and fat.

If you prefer to avoid alcohol, this recipe may not be suitable as Red Stripe beer is a key ingredient in this dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken provides a good source of lean protein and is low in fat if skin is removed.
Coconut cream contains medium chain fatty acids which can help increase good cholesterol levels and improve heart health.

	3 lbs chicken ( cut into serving pieces )
	2 cups coconut cream
	1 cup jamaican red stripe beer
	2 ounces onions
	1 large sweet pepper
	salt and pepper ( to taste )
	oil ( for frying )