Crispy Beer Chicken with a Creamy Beer Mushroom Gravy

chicken thigh cutlets (, washed and patted dry)

chicken drumsticks (, washed and patted dry)

x 330ml bottle lager ((I used Corona))

whole garlic cloves (, crushed (crush them lightly with the flat side of a knife and the heel of your hand) DO NOT mince them. (See images above).)

vegetable stock powder

Salt to taste ((about 1 tablespoon))

shallot stems ((or green onions), sliced thinly)

sliced mushrooms

Reserved beer marinade

light/reduced fat butter ((or spread of choice))

flour

extra lager *(See Notes)

reduced fat cooking cream

sugar

Salt to season