Spicy Beer Chicken with Potatoes and Onions

Name: Spicy Beer Chicken with Potatoes and Onions
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Chicken whole gutted 2.2 lbs; Borettane onions 7.1 oz; Red beer 1.375 glasses; Potatoes 0.9 lb; Cherry tomatoes 0.1 cup; Fresh chili pepper 1; Extra virgin olive oil 5 spoonfuls; Rosemary 2 sprigs; Sweet Paprika 1 tsp; Sage 4 leaves; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste

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559

Calories per serving

Lactose Free

Energy Kcal 559
Carbohydrates g 21.3
of which sugars g 7.1
Protein g 39.9
Fats g 31.9
of which saturated fat g 8.1
Fiber g 3.5
Cholesterol mg 179
Sodium mg 334

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Low

PRESENTATION

When you think of deviled chicken, this rustic Italian dish is a real winner. Really, it’s got that tender bite and full-bodied flavor that’s just amazing. So here's the thing: the magic kicks in when the pan-roasted chicken meets beer—and you gotta try a rich red brew. It gives it a unique aroma that you just don’t get from wine or stock. And the sauce? Adding in potatoes and onions creates a medley where the veggies soak up that moist, slightly sweet heart from the chicken juices and beer. Herbs and spices? They really turn up the flavor, leaving you with a beer-braised chicken that smells fantastic and looks golden and inviting.

While some Italians might switch to a light beer for a different take, the goal is always the same. To be honest, it’s all about whipping up a dish brimming with spicy character—something that feels homemade, like those big family dinners. This isn't just any ordinary chicken with beer; it has that Italian flair for making simple ingredients taste special. Also, the chicken and potatoes soak up the beer and herb flavors, and those crispy edges from pan-roasting? Seriously good.

People always rave about how the chicken and onions become sweet and tender, perfect for mopping up with some rustic bread. Plus, it's perfect for a casual dinner but has a spice kick that makes it stand out from plain roasted chicken. It’s the kind of meal you’d want for gatherings, and you can definitely experiment—try a light beer instead of a red one, or switch up the herbs based on what’s in your kitchen. Just the aroma of this deviled chicken simmering away is enough to make everyone hungry. And look, it’s all cooked in one pan, giving you those classic Italian flavors with zero hassle. For anyone hunting for new chicken dinner ideas, this recipe brings all the right flavors and a hint of Italian spirit directly to your table—making every dinner just a bit more special. For sure.

How to prepare Spicy Beer Chicken with Potatoes and Onions

To prepare the spicy beer chicken with potatoes and pearl onions, start by removing the seeds from the chili pepper and chopping it into small pieces 1. Now, take a large pan, pour in the olive oil and butter 2, and once it's hot, add a sprig of rosemary, the sage leaves 3, and let them infuse.

Add the chopped chili pepper 4 and at this point the chicken, which you will have opened by cutting the breast in half. Place it skinless side down 5 and let it brown on both sides for a few minutes; then add the pearl onions and cook them with the chicken for 10 minutes 6.

Deglaze with half the beer 7, add salt, and add the potatoes cut into small cubes 8. Also, add the paprika 9. During cooking, add more beer to keep the ingredients moist.

Finely chop the other sprig of rosemary 10 and add it to the chicken in the pan 11. Finally, ten minutes before the end of cooking, add the cherry tomatoes cut into quarters 12, adjust the salt if necessary, and serve your spicy beer chicken!

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Spicy Beer Chicken with Potatoes and Onions

PRESENTATION

How to prepare Spicy Beer Chicken with Potatoes and Onions

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