Can O Beer Chicken Rachael Ray Recipes

BEER-BRAISED CHICKEN THIGHS

Steps:

• Pat the chicken thighs dry, and season with salt and pepper.
• Heat 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add the chicken and brown on both sides in 2 batches.
• Remove the chicken to a plate and spoon out 1/2 the drippings, and add the andouille sausage. Brown for 2 minutes and then add the onion, celery, pepper, garlic, and thyme, and cook to soften, for about 10 minutes over medium heat.
• Add the flour, stir 1 to 2 minutes, and then pour in the beer and let the foam subside. Stir in the tomatoes, stock, and hot sauce. Let the sauce thicken a bit, and then slide the chicken into the pot and simmer to cook through. Serve with warm crusty bread, or cool and store for make-ahead meal.

RACHAEL RAY'S GRILLED BEER CHICKEN WITH POTATO SLABS

Steps:

• In a resealable plastic bag, combine the beer, butter, garlic, chili powder, brown sugar and salt.
• Add the drumsticks, seal the bag and let marinate while you proceed.
• Preheat a grill or grill pan to high.
• Microwave the potatoes on high until slightly softened, about 5 minutes.
• Slice the potatoes lengthwise about 1/4-inch thick.
• Drizzle both sides generously with olive oil.
• Transfer the chicken and potatoes to the grill.
• Grill the drumsticks, brushing with the beer marinade and turning occasionally, until the skin is golden and crisp and the juices run clear, 20 to 25 minutes
• Meanwhile, grill the potatoes until grill marks appear, about 3 minutes on each side.
• Transfer to a plate and sprinkle with salt.
• Serve the chicken and potatoes with the lime wedges.