Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 tbsp

German mustard

Dusseldorf-style

1 bottle

dark beer

reserve 2 Tablespoons

0.25 cup

lemon juice

5 unit

garlic

minced

1.5 tsp

salt

1 tsp

black pepper

0.5 tsp

ground thyme

4 unit

chicken breasts

boneless, skinless

2 tbsp

vegetable oil

0.25 cup

German mustard

Dusseldorf-style

2 tbsp

dark beer

1 tbsp

green onion

minced

Step 1
~5 min

In a large bowl, whisk together 2 Tablespoons German mustard, 1 bottle dark beer (reserve 2 Tablespoons), 1/4 cup lemon juice, 5 cloves minced garlic, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon ground thyme.

Step 2
~5 min

Add 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts to the marinade.

Step 3
~5 min

Cover and refrigerate for 12 to 24 hours to marinate.

Step 4
~5 min

Drain chicken from the marinade.

Step 5
~5 min

In a hot saute pan over high heat, brown the chicken breasts on both sides.

Step 6
~5 min

Place the saute pan (if oven-safe. If not, transfer chicken breasts to a baking sheet) in a 375 degrees F oven for about 20 minutes.

Step 7
~5 min

Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

Step 8
~5 min

Prepare the Beer Mustard Sauce: Combine 1/4 cup German mustard, 2 Tablespoons dark beer, and 1 Tablespoon minced green onion.

Step 9
~5 min

Serve the cooked chicken with sauerkraut and beer mustard sauce.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate chicken for at least 12 hours for best flavor.

Be careful not to overcook the chicken, which can make it dry.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Chicken can be marinated up to 24 hours in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with roasted potatoes or mashed potatoes.

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Sauerkraut
Mashed Potatoes
Roasted Vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Germany

Cultural Significance

Common beer pairing with chicken and mustard is popular in German cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Oktoberfest

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Weeknight Meal
Oktoberfest
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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