It doesn’t taste “beery” and it isn’t alcoholic. Just rich and delicious.
1 whole chicken, cut into pieces or combination of parts equaling about 4 lbs
1 head of garlic, peeled but not smashed or chopped
1 or 2 bay leaves
2 – 3 Tablespoons juniper berries, lightly bruised
sprigs of rosemary and thyme
1 cup beer, darker preferred
Salt and Pepper to taste
Preheat oven to 400F
Take chicken parts, season with S&P, put in a large baking pan or heavy dutch oven.
Scatter around the chicken garlic cloves, bay leaves, juniper berries, rosemary and thyme.
Then pour a cup or so of beer all around. Any kind of beer works. Dark beer works best.
Bring the pan to a boil then place in the oven for around 20 minutes. Remove the pan and take out the chicken pieces. Reduce the liquid over medium heat until it is almost a glaze. Add the chicken pieces back in and toss in the juices to coat each piece. Check for temp of the chicken and once cooked, serve.
