This Ginger Beer Chicken recipe infuses tender chicken thighs with the sweet and spicy flavors of ginger beer, creating a delightful and aromatic dish.
Ingredients
🍗 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
🧂 Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
🫒 2 tablespoons olive oil
🧅 1 medium onion, finely chopped
🧄 3 cloves garlic, minced
🌶️ 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
🍯 2 tablespoons honey
🍋 Juice of 1 lime
🍺 1 cup ginger beer
🌿 Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped, for garnish
Equipment
• Large skillet or sauté pan
• Tongs
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Knife and cutting board
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
35 minutes
Calories & Macros (per serving)
• Calories: 350
• Protein: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 15g
• Fat: 20g
Instructions
1. Season the Chicken
o Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
o Season both sides with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
2. Sear the Chicken
o Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
o Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the skillet.
o Sear for about 5-7 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
o Flip the thighs and sear the other side for an additional 5 minutes.
o Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. Sauté Aromatics
o In the same skillet, add the chopped onion.
o Sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
o Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes.
o Sauté for another minute until fragrant.
4. Create the Sauce
o Stir in the honey and lime juice, mixing well.
o Pour in the ginger beer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
o Bring the mixture to a simmer.
5. Simmer the Chicken
o Return the seared chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up.
o Reduce the heat to medium-low.
o Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
6. Reduce the Sauce
o Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium.
o Allow the sauce to reduce and thicken for about 5 minutes.
7. Serve
o Transfer the chicken to a serving platter.
o Spoon the reduced sauce over the top.
o Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro or parsley.
o Serve warm.
Cooking and Serving Tips
• Adjusting Spice Level: Modify the amount of red pepper flakes to suit your preferred heat level.
• Serving Suggestions: Pair with steamed rice or roasted vegetables to complement the flavors.
• Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop to maintain moisture.
Enjoy your flavorful Ginger Beer Chicken!