Description
Juicy beer can chicken is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for your backyard gatherings. Imagine a whole chicken, infused with the rich flavors of your favorite beer, standing tall on your grill. The result? A perfectly roasted bird with crispy skin and succulent meat that keeps everyone coming back for seconds. This easy-to-follow recipe combines simple ingredients and straightforward steps to deliver an unforgettable dish that’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (3–4 pounds)
- 1 can of lager or pilsner beer (12 oz)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp spice rub (paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper)
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium heat (350°F).
- Rinse the chicken under cold water and pat dry.
- Rub olive oil over the chicken, then season generously with the spice rub inside and out.
- Open the beer can and take a sip. Insert it into the cavity of the chicken.
- Place the chicken upright on the grill over indirect heat, close the lid, and cook for 1 to 1.5 hours until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Carefully remove from the grill and let rest for 10 minutes before carving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 4 oz)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg