Best 2 Brazilian Beer Marinated Chicken Recipes

Brazilian beer marinated chicken is a flavorful and juicy dish that combines the tangy taste of beer with the rich flavors of Brazilian spices. This dish is perfect for any occasion, from a backyard barbecue to a weeknight dinner. The marinade, made with beer, garlic, onion, and a blend of Brazilian herbs and spices, tenderizes the chicken while adding depth of flavor. After marinating, the chicken is grilled or roasted until golden brown and cooked through. Serve Brazilian beer marinated chicken with rice, beans, and vegetables for a complete meal that is sure to please everyone at the table.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BRAZILIAN BEER MARINATED CHICKEN

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Food and Wine Magazine, June /07 issue. This is a Steve Raichlen recipe, he uses a Brazilian lager but American stouts are okay. There is a 4 hour marinating time. I found this recipe to be very intriguing because it had many different ingredients. I especially liked the caraway seeds and the sweet paprika. Can't wait to try! Update: 09/24/07 - this is very, very good! Instead of an anise flavored beer (Brazilian beer) they used an American beer. I had this at Lima's house, whe is a Brazilian nurse here at the home and she had a small get together & served this. She doesn't like the Brazilian beer either.

Provided by Manami

Categories Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

4 garlic cloves, smashed
4 slices peeled fresh ginger, smashed (1/4-inch each)
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 (6 oz each)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
lime wedge, for serving

Steps:

In a shallow dish, mix the garlic, ginger, onion, paprika, salt, black pepper, caraway seeds, green pepper, mustard, beer and oil.
Add the chicken, cover and refrigerate for 4 hours, turning a few times.
Light a grill.
Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill over high heat until nicely browned and just cooked through, about 5 minutes per side.
Transfer the chicken to a platter and brush with the melted butter.
Scatter the cilantro over the top and serve with lime wedges.
Wonderful with baked potatoes and a green vegetable.
*Xingu Black Beer is an anise-scented, bittersweet black lager from Brazil.*.

BRAZILIAN BEER-MARINATED CHICKEN

BRAZILIAN BEER-MARINATED CHICKEN image

Categories Chicken

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

4 garlic cloves, smashed
Four 1/4-inch slices of peeled fresh ginger, smashed
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds
1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
2 cups dark lager or stout, preferably Xingu Black Beer (see Note)
1/4 cup vegetable oil
Four 6-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

1. In a shallow dish, mix the garlic, ginger, onion, paprika, salt, black pepper, caraway seeds, green pepper, mustard, beer and oil. Add the chicken, cover and refrigerate for 4 hours, turning a few times. 2. Light a grill. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill over high heat until nicely browned and just cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to a platter and brush with the melted butter. Scatter the cilantro over the top and serve with lime wedges. NOTE: Xingu Black Beer is an anise-scented, bittersweet black lager from Brazil.

Tips:

Choose the right cut of chicken: Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are the best choice for this recipe, as they will stay moist and flavorful during the marinating and cooking process.
Make sure to marinate the chicken for at least 2 hours, or overnight: This will allow the flavors of the marinade to penetrate the chicken and make it extra delicious.
Don't overcrowd the grill: When grilling the chicken, make sure to leave enough space between each piece so that they can cook evenly.
Cook the chicken over medium heat: This will help to prevent the chicken from drying out.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken is cooked through: The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Let the chicken rest before serving: This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken, making it even more tender and flavorful.

Conclusion:

This Brazilian Beer Marinated Chicken recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful beer marinade and then grilled to perfection. The result is a juicy, tender, and flavorful chicken that will be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make chicken dish, give this Brazilian Beer Marinated Chicken recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!