Pumpkin Beer Braised Chicken (Ready-to-Print Version)

Juicy chicken braised in pumpkin beer and cider, paired with caramelized onions and fluffy mashed potatoes.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
02 - 1 teaspoon salt
03 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
04 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
05 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
06 - 2 cloves garlic, chopped
07 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
08 - 1 teaspoon fresh sage, chopped

→ Aromatics

09 - 3 tablespoons salted butter
10 - 2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced

→ Liquids

11 - 1 cup apple cider
12 - 1 12 fl oz bottle pumpkin beer (substitute broth for non-alcoholic version)

→ Sides

13 - 1.5 lbs small to medium potatoes, halved or quartered
14 - 4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
15 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
16 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
17 - Salt and pepper, to taste

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Season chicken with salt and black pepper. In a bowl, toss chicken with flour, chili powder, chopped garlic, thyme, and sage until evenly coated.
02 - Place sliced onions in the base of the crockpot. Add the seasoned chicken on top, then dot with salted butter.
03 - Pour apple cider and pumpkin beer over the chicken and onions, ensuring the mixture is well combined.
04 - Arrange prepared potatoes over the chicken and liquid, nestling them to absorb the flavors.
05 - Cover and cook on low for 3 to 4 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours, until chicken is tender and cooked through.
06 - Preheat oven to 475°F. Transfer chicken and onions to a roasting pan, discarding potatoes if desired. Roast 15 minutes for caramelization.
07 - In the crockpot, mash the cooked potatoes with cream cheese, butter, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
08 - Plate chicken with gravy and onions alongside or underneath the mashed potatoes. Garnish with fresh herbs if preferred.

# Handy Tips:

01 - For best flavor, slice onions thinly to enhance caramelization.
02 - If potatoes are not tender, cut them larger or cook separately.
03 - Use a pumpkin beer you enjoy drinking to influence the overall taste.
04 - This dish can be prepared ahead by seasoning chicken and slicing onions up to one day before cooking.

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