Belgian Beer Braised Chicken with Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Herbed Mashed Potatoes

Step 1: Preheat oven and season chicken

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Season the chicken thighs and drumsticks with salt and pepper.

• Chicken thighs
• Chicken drumsticks
• Salt and pepper

Step 2: Brown the chicken

Heat olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken on all sides, about 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

• 2-3 tablespoons olive oil
• Chicken from previous step

Step 3: Caramelize the onions

In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and cook until caramelized, about 10 minutes.

• 1 large onion, sliced

Step 4: Add garlic and deglaze

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Pour in the Belgian beer and deglaze the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.

• 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup Belgian beer

Step 5: Add herbs and return chicken

Add the thyme and rosemary sprigs to the skillet. Return the chicken to the skillet, cover, and transfer to the preheated oven.

• 2-3 sprigs fresh thyme
• 2-3 sprigs fresh rosemary
• Chicken from step 2

Step 6: Bake the chicken

Bake for 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

• Chicken from step 5

Step 7: Prepare the Brussels sprouts

Meanwhile, toss the halved Brussels sprouts with balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. Spread them out on a baking sheet in a single layer.

• 1 lb Brussels sprouts, halved
• 2-3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1-2 tablespoons honey
• Salt and pepper to taste

Step 8: Roast the Brussels sprouts

After the chicken has been baking for 20 minutes, place the Brussels sprouts in the oven and roast for 25 minutes or until they are caramelized and tender.

• Brussels sprouts from step 7

Step 9: Prepare the mashed potatoes

Meanwhile, boil the peeled and cubed potatoes until tender. Drain and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Add milk, butter, chopped parsley, chopped chives, paprika, salt, and pepper to the bowl with the potatoes. Mash until creamy and well combined.

• 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1/2 cup milk
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
• 2 tablespoons chopped chives
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Step 10: Serve the dish

Serve the Belgian beer braised chicken with roasted Brussels sprouts and herbed mashed potatoes. Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired.

• Chicken from step 6
• Brussels sprouts from step 8
• Mashed potatoes from step 9
• Fresh herbs (optional)