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Beer-Basted Chicken with Asian Flavors

4.2

(46)

A sensational version of roast chicken that is great with rice.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 4

Ingredients

1 3 1/2- to 4-pound chicken
1 12-ounce can beer
6 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons (packed) golden brown sugar
2 tablespoons chopped peeled fresh ginger
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 tablespoon oriental sesame oil

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Combine all ingredients in heavy large resealable plastic bag. Refrigerate 1 hour and up to 1 day, turning bag occasionally.

    Step 2

    Preheat oven to 350°F. Place chicken and marinade in 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan. Roast chicken until juices run clear when thigh is pierced, basting occasionally, about 1 hour 20 minutes.

    Step 3

    Transfer chicken to platter. Pour pan juices into medium saucepan; spoon off fat and discard. Boil until sauce is reduced to 1 cup, about 6 minutes. Serve chicken with sauce.

TagsBeerAlcoholBeveragesWhole ChickenChickenPoultryGingerHerbs & SpicesMainDinnerDairy FreeEasyRoastBon Appétit
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