Brussels-Style Beer-Braised Chicken Thighs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-07 · Updated 2026-04-07

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Tender chicken thighs braised in a malty Belgian ale with garlic and tarragon, evoking the cozy ambiance of a historic Brussels brasserie. This Belgian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, Belgian blonde ale, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 45 min Serves 2 Belgian cuisine 410 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
1 cup Belgian blonde ale
3 cloves, minced garlic
2 tbsp, leaves only fresh tarragon
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
1/2 cup chicken stock
1/2, zest lemon

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Instructions

Step 1: Season chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper, then sear in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat for 4 minutes per side until golden brown—remove chicken and set aside.
Step 2: Reduce heat to medium, add 2 tbsp butter to the skillet, and sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Pour in 1 cup Belgian blonde ale and 1/2 cup chicken stock, scraping up browned bits, then add 2 tbsp fresh tarragon and 1/2 lemon zest; simmer for 3 minutes until liquid reduces slightly.
Step 4: Return chicken to the skillet, nestling it in the sauce, cover with a lid, and braise in a 375°F oven for 30 minutes until chicken is tender and internal temperature reaches 165°F.