Beer Braised Chicken

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 35
2. 2
   In a small bowl combine the brown sugar, chili powder, paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper. Rub the chicken pieces all over with the spice mixture.
3. 3
   Heat a large oven-proof skillet or dutch oven on the stove over medium high heat.
4. 4
   Add the oil to the pan and swirl to coat.
5. 5
   Place the chicken pieces in skin-side down. Cook until both sides are browned and skin is crispy.
6. 6
   Remove the chicken from the skillet and drain the fat.
7. 7
   Add the onions and carrots to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes - the onions will be tender and translucent.
8. 8
   Add the flour to the pan. I like to sort of tip it sideways and add the flour to whatever liquid is in the pan. Stir.
9. 9
   Pour in the beer and chicken broth.
10. 10
    Place the chicken back in the pan and nestle ti down in the liquid between the carrots and onions. Scatter the garlic cloves around the pan.
11. 11
    Bake for about 40 minutes. Check the chicken to be sure it's cooked through.
12. 12
    Garnish with the thyme and serve with wild rice or potatoes.