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Oktoberfest-Feeling zuhause: knuspriges Wiesnhendl (aka Wiesenhendl) vom Grill – Schritt für Schritt

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🌍Authentic German recipe from a Germany-based creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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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
1 Hähnchen (1,2–1,4 kg)
14–21 g Salz (1,2–1,5 % vom Fleischgewicht)
50 g Butter

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

Haut trocknen (4–12 h im Kühlschrank). Hendl innen und außen gleichmäßig salzen.

2

Grill auf 180–190 °C indirekt/Rotisserie vorbereiten. Tropfschale einsetzen.

3

55–70 Min garen. Nicht dauernd öffnen.

4

In den letzten 10 Min Butter schmelzen und die Haut 1–2× dünn bepinseln.

5

Brust 74 °C, Keule 80–82 °C. 5 Min ruhen lassen, halbieren und servieren.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingbasting

Equipment Needed

grill

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

vegetarianpescatarianegg-freegluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Also Known As

Oktoberfest ChickenGrilled Chicken
Local Name: Wiesnhendl

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