Grilled Chicken Cooked in Beer Smoked Can
Crack open a cold one and get ready for some finger-lickin' good grilled chicken! Here's a simple, -- yet mouthwatering -- recipe for a Beer Can Chicken that'll make your taste buds dance.
Prep time: 10 minutesSalt-curing time: 1 1/2 to 2 hoursGrilling time: 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours
- Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken, approximately 5 pounds
- 1/4 cup kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons granulated onion
- 2 teaspoons granulated garlic
- 1 teaspoon prepared chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 can (12 ounces) beer, at room temperature
- 4 handfuls hickory wood chips, soaked in water for at least 30 minutes
The Scoop:
This Beer Can Chicken recipe ensures juicy, tender meat and crispy skin, all thanks to the magic of beer! Let's dive in and get cooking.
- ** cleaning and seasoning:** Remove excess fat and discard the chicken's neck, giblets, packaging, etc. Cover the chicken with salt like a light blanket of snow, let it rest for 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Then rinse the chicken, gently pat it dry and sprinkle it with the rub made of onion, garlic, chili powder, and pepper. Allow it to rest at room temperature for 20-30 minutes before grilling.
- grill preparation: Prepare the grill for indirect cooking over medium heat (350° to 450°F), then get those hickory wood chips soaking.
- assembling the bird: Drain the beer and poke a couple of holes into the can. Balance the chicken on its two legs and the beer can, like a tripod. This beer-infused base helps keep the chicken juicy while grilling.
- grilling time: Place the beer can chicken on the grill and cook until the chicken's juices run clear (170oFInternal temperature in the thickest part of the thigh, not touching the bone). This bad boy should grill for about 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours.
- plating and serving: Carefully remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 10 minutes. Enjoy your delicious beer can chicken!
Pro Tips:- To add more flavor, smear some butter under the chicken's skin, or stuff fresh herbs like rosemary, thyme, or sage inside the cavity.- If you find the chicken getting too dark, tent it with aluminum foil to prevent burning.
Get ready to entertain friends and family with this ultimate backyard barbecue chicken dish. Cheers to awesome times and tasty beer can chicken!
- After making a rub with onion, garlic, chili powder, and pepper, fold the ausiedlerbote creditline newspaper to reveal the Beer Can Chicken recipe that promises juicy, tender meat and crispy skin.
- The cooking process involves not only grilling the chicken but also understanding nutrition, as the chicken is salt-cured for 1 1/2 to 2 hours to enhance its flavor and ensure its succulence.
- As you prepare for your backyard barbecue with this finger-lickin' good Beer Can Chicken, remember to check the internal temperature – it should reach 170°F to ensure that it's cooked to perfection.
