Best 4 Beer And Onion Braised Chicken Carbonnade Recipes

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Are you looking for a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the richness of beer with the sweetness of onions? Look no further than the classic French dish, beer and onion braised chicken carbonnade. A comforting and savory stew, carbonnade is a celebration of simple, rustic flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With just a few basic ingredients and some time to let the flavors meld, you can create a dish that is perfect for a cozy dinner party or a casual weeknight meal.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

BEER-BRAISED BEEF AND ONIONS



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This hearty, warming beef and onion stew is flavored with Belgian beer, bay leaves and sweet paprika. A variation on a traditional Flemish carbonnade, it's rich and homey but still lively, with a ruddy color from the paprika. The very large quantity of onions adds sweetness, and also helps make the sauce velvety soft. Serve it over potatoes, noodles or polenta.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, soups and stews, main course

Time 3h30m

Yield 8 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon kosher salt, more as needed
1 teaspoon black pepper, more for garnish
6 bay leaves
2 teaspoons sweet paprika, more for garnish
4 pounds boneless beef stew meat, cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, more as needed
4 Spanish or very large yellow onions, thinly sliced
6 sprigs fresh thyme
4 sprigs fresh parsley, plus chopped parsley, for garnish
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 cups beef or chicken stock, preferably homemade
1 cup beer, preferably Belgian-style or brown ale
Flaky sea salt, for garnish
Dijon-style mustard, preferably extra-hot, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine salt, pepper, bay leaves and paprika. Toss meat to coat, then cover, refrigerate and marinate at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • Heat oven to 325 degrees. In a large (8-quart) Dutch oven or other heavy pot, heat butter and oil over medium-high until shimmering. Working in batches, brown beef on two sides until dark and crusty, transferring to a bowl when browned (reserve bay leaves). As you cook, add more oil and adjust heat if necessary to prevent burning.
  • When all the meat is browned, add onions to the empty pot and return the heat to medium-high if you lowered it. Cook, stirring and scraping up the brown coating on the bottom of the pan as the onions release their liquid.
  • Continue cooking until onions are deeply golden brown and soft, 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, make a bouquet garni by tying thyme, parsley and reserved bay leaves together with kitchen string (or just throw them in the pot and warn your guests not to eat them).
  • Push the onions to the sides, then add tomato paste, coriander and cinnamon to the bottom of the pan. Cook, stirring, 1 minute, until paste is darkened and fragrant. Stir in flour, cook another minute, then add stock, beer, 1 cup water and bouquet garni. Return beef and any juices in the bowl to the pot, bring to a simmer, then cover and transfer to oven. Cook until beef is tender, about 2 1/2 to 3 hours, turning it over halfway through.
  • If the sauce seems thin, remove the meat with a slotted spoon; cover with foil to keep warm. Return pot with liquid to stove and simmer until thickened to taste, 5 to 10 minutes. Return the meat to pot and stir to heat through. Serve from the pot or a platter. Garnish with chopped parsley, flaky sea salt, pepper and paprika. Serve with mustard on the side.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 317, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 42 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 746 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 1 gram

BEER- AND ONION-BRAISED CHICKEN CARBONNADE



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DH and I enjoyed this flavorful, easy to make recipe from the January 2009 Bon Appetit. Carbonnade is a Belgian beef stew flavored with beer, onions, and brown sugar. Bon Appetit substituted chicken thighs for this twist on an old favorite. Serve over egg noodles.

Provided by Dr. Jenny

Categories     Stew

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/4 stick)
4 large chicken thighs (with skin and bones)
3/8 teaspoon ground allspice
1 lb onion, thinly sliced
3 teaspoons packed dark brown sugar, divided
4 small bay leaves
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 cup dark beer
1/2 cup beef broth
1 -2 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1/2 lb egg noodles, cooked per package directions

Steps:

  • Melt butter in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Sprinkle chicken with salt, pepper, and allspice. Add chicken to the skillet and saute until brown, about 4 minutes per side; transfer to a plate.
  • Add onions and 2 tsp brown sugar to skillet; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cover and saute until deep golden brown, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
  • Mix in bay leaves, mustard, and remaining 1 tsp sugar. Add chicken, skin side down, then beer, broth, and 1 tsp vinegar. Bring to boil.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Simmer, covered, 10 minutes.
  • Uncover skillet and simmer until chicken is cooked through and sauce thickens, turning chicken occasionally, about 20 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper and more vinegar, if desired.
  • Serve over egg noodles.

BEER-AND ONION-BRAISED CHICKEN CARBONNADE



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Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Soup/Stew     Beer     Chicken     Onion     Braise     Sauté     Super Bowl     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Dinner     Noodle     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter
4 large chicken thighs with skin and bones
3/8 teaspoon ground allspice
1 pound onions, thinly sliced
3 teaspoons (packed) dark brown sugar, divided
4 small bay leaves
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 cup dark beer
1/2 cup beef broth
1 to 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Melt butter in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle chicken with salt, pepper, and allspice. Add chicken to skillet and sauté until brown, about 4 minutes per side; transfer to plate.
  • Add onions and 2 teaspoons brown sugar to skillet; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cover and sauté until deep golden brown, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Mix in bay leaves, mustard, and remaining 1 teaspoon sugar. Add chicken, skin side down, then beer, broth, and 1 teaspoon vinegar. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium. Simmer, covered, 10 minutes. Uncover skillet and simmer until chicken is cooked through and sauce thickens, turning chicken occasionally, about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and more vinegar, if desired.

CARBONNADE (BEEF AND ONIONS STEWED IN BEER)



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From The Best Recipes in the World by Mark Bittman. "A simple beef stew that is good over buttered noodles or with plain boiled potatoes. Also works well with chunks of lamb shoulder or veal shoulder."

Provided by AB_Fan

Categories     Stew

Time 2h30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups onions, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons oil (corn or grapeseed)
2 -2 1/2 lbs beef, cut into 1 . 5 inch cubes (boneless chuck, brisket, or round)
salt and black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon fresh oregano leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 1/2 cups dark bitter beer
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
chopped fresh parsley leaves (for garnish)

Steps:

  • Put the onion in a large flameproof casserole or deep skillet with a lid and cover it; place over medium heat and cook, checking and stirring every few minutes, until the onion is dry and almost sticking to the pan, about 15 minutes. At that point, add 2 TBS of the oil and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes a brown, soft mass, another 15 mins or so. Remove with a slotted spoon and add the remaining oil to the skillet.
  • Raise the heat to medium-high and brown the meat on all sides, sprinkling it with salt and pepper as it browns. When the meat is brown, add the garlic and cook, stirring, for about 30 seconds. Return the onion to the pan, along with the herbs and beer. Bring to a boil, then adjust the heat so the mixture simmers; cover.
  • Cook, checking occasionally to make sure the mixture does not dry out (unlikely, but if it does, add more beer), for about an hour, or until the meat is quite tender. Uncover the pan; the mixture should be stewy but not soupy; if it is, raise the heat and boil out some of the liquid. Stir in the mustard, then taste and adjust the seasoning. Garnish and serve or cool, cover, and refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1713.5, Fat 171.4, SaturatedFat 68.2, Cholesterol 224.7, Sodium 110.4, Carbohydrate 15.6, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 5.2, Protein 20.7

Tips:

  • Use a Dutch oven or heavy pot with a tight-fitting lid to braise the chicken. This will help to create a moist and flavorful dish.
  • Sear the chicken pieces in a little oil before braising. This will help to develop a nice browned crust and add flavor to the dish.
  • Use a good quality beer for the braising liquid. A dark beer, such as a stout or porter, will add a rich and complex flavor to the dish.
  • Add plenty of onions to the pot. Onions are a key ingredient in carbonnade and they help to create a delicious sauce.
  • Season the dish well with salt and pepper. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as thyme, bay leaves, or juniper berries, to taste.
  • Cook the chicken until it is fall-off-the-bone tender. This will usually take about 1-1/2 to 2 hours.
  • Serve the chicken carbonnade with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.

Conclusion:

Beer and onion braised chicken carbonnade is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. It is also a relatively easy dish to make, so it is perfect for busy weeknights. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table, so give it a try today!

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