I love cooking with beer! This crispy beer chicken thighs recipe is one of my favorites, right up there with beer can chicken. There’s just something about the way that beer (in this recipe, Corona) pairs with the fiery grill and tender chicken. Chicken thighs are always fabulous on the grill – the way that the skin crisps up is to die for. And when you combine that with a bold beer marinade? Swoon! While this is one of my favorite summer recipes, it’s also perfect for game day in the fall. There’s never a bad time for chicken and beer, right?
What’s in crispy beer chicken?
This recipe might be the one that my husband requests the most! Here’s a peek at what makes it so good:
Chicken Thighs: Make sure you’re using bone-in, skin-on thighs for the best crispy skin! Beer: Corona is my go-to beer to use for the marinade. A darker porter would make a different but delicious flavor. If you don’t want to cook with alcohol, you can also use a zero alcohol beer. Garlic: For the very best flavor, use fresh garlic cloves!
How to Store and Reheat
Store your leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. I recommend reheating the air fryer or oven so the skin stays crispy!
How to Freeze
You can freeze cooked chicken for up to 3 months. Just make sure it’s fully cooled to room temperature prior to freezing. I recommend letting frozen chicken thighs slowly defrost in the fridge prior to reheating.
Notes and Tips
Don’t try to skip the marinading process! The chicken thighs need the full 4 hours to really soak in all of that amazing flavor. Plus, this process helps to tenderize the meat. I always recommend cooking with a beer that you’d actually drink. If you buy something cheaper that you don’t necessarily like the flavor of, there’s a big chance you won’t like the flavor of the marinade.
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