Beer-Can Chicken
A delicious and easy recipe for Beer-Can Chicken, infusing moisture and flavor through grilling, perfect for gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 105 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4 pounds)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (12-ounce) can beer (lager or ale recommended), about half full
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, ideally around 375-400°F (190-200°C).
- Rinse the chicken inside and out and pat it dry thoroughly with paper towels.
- Combine the olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to form a flavorful rub.
- Apply this spice mixture all over the chicken, ensuring maximum flavor.
- Open the beer can and drink or pour out about half of it.
- Place the chicken’s cavity over the beer can, ensuring it’s sitting upright.
- Position the chicken on the indirect heat zone of your grill and close the lid.
- Grill for 1 to 1.5 hours until a meat thermometer reads 165°F (74°C).
- Remove the chicken carefully from the grill, remembering the beer can will be hot.
- Allow the chicken to rest for about 10-15 minutes before carving.
- Carve and enjoy!
Notes
For extra juiciness, consider applying the spice rub a few hours or the night before grilling.