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Wiesnhendl

Cultural Context

Wiesnhendl, or grilled chicken, is a beloved dish at Oktoberfest in Munich, where it is served alongside beer and traditional sides. This dish reflects the Bavarian love for hearty, flavorful foods that complement the festive atmosphere of the beer festival. Today, Wiesnhendl has gained popularity beyond Germany, often enjoyed at outdoor gatherings and barbecues around the world.

GermanDEmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
maple syrup
lemon zest
lemon juice
salt
pepper
curry
paprika
fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, parsley, chives)

whole chicken

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken breasts

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Thighs are more affordable and remain juicy when cooked.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is cost-effective and has a neutral flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: margarine

💰Cheaper: none

Margarine can lower saturated fat content.

beer

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic beer

💰Cheaper: apple juice

Apple juice provides sweetness without alcohol.

1

Make a marinade from maple syrup, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, pepper, curry, paprika, and fresh herbs.

2

Carefully remove the skin from the chicken to massage the spices under the skin.

3

Preheat the oven to 160°C.

4

Place the chicken in the oven and roast for about 40 minutes.

5

Increase the oven temperature to 200°C for the last 5 minutes to achieve a crispy skin.

6

Remove from the oven, carve, and serve.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingbasting

Equipment Needed

oven

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

dairy-freegluten-freenut-free

Also Known As

Oktoberfest ChickenGrilled Chicken
Local Name: Wiesnhendl

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