Beer Can Chicken Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr 15 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
580 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Beer Can Chicken Recipe
Description
The Beer Can Chicken Recipe involves coating a whole roasting chicken with olive oil and rubbing it inside and out with a chicken seasoning blend. The chicken is then placed upright on a half-full can of crisp Pilsner beer in a cast iron skillet. The setup is positioned on the cooler side of a preheated grill, using indirect heat to roast the chicken slowly until it reaches a safe temperature and develops a browned skin. The beer inside the cavity steams the meat from within, helping to keep it tender and juicy throughout.
The grilling method produces crispy skin on the outside while the inside stays moist and flavorful. This beer can technique also allows the chicken to cook evenly, without direct heat scorching its surface. Once cooked, the chicken can be served directly from the grill or carved onto a platter, garnished with parsley and green onions for a touch of freshness.
Make sure to monitor the internal temperature for doneness—165°F in both the breast and thigh. The recipe suggests serving as soon as possible for best texture and flavor.
For keeping warm, the chicken can be covered loosely and kept in a low-temperature oven. Leftovers should be handled carefully for food safety.
Ingredients
- 1 roasting chicken about 4 ½ pounds
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup chicken seasoning all-purpose
- 12 ounce Pilsner beer half full, can
Instructions
- Preheat one side of your grill to medium-high heat (400° to 450°). We will cook this using the indirect heat method by placing the chicken on the side of the grill where there is no direct heat underneath.
- Add the whole chicken to a large bowl and thoroughly coat it inside and out with oil.
- Next, add about ¾ of the seasonings to the chicken and rub it in to cover it.
- Sprinkle the remaining ¼ of the seasoning blend in the oiled cavity and rub it in as well.
- Place a half-full beer in the center of a 10” cast iron skillet or sauté pan.
- Put the chicken on the beer by wrapping the cavity opening around it.
- Stand the chicken upright and then place it on the side of the grill where there is no heat directly underneath and roast for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until it is browned and reads 165° in the breast and thigh.
- Add optional garnishes of parsley and sliced green onions.
- You can serve it as is or carve the chicken and serve it.
Notes
- Best eaten immediately after cooking to maintain juiciness and crispy skin.
- To keep warm, cover the cooked chicken and place in a low oven temporarily.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is fully cooked to 165°F internally.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 580 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 580kcal | 29% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 43g | 66% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8g | 47% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 22g | 110% |
| Cholesterol | 164mg | 55% |
| Sodium | 137mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 437mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 0.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1763IU | 35% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 81mg | 8% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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