Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 whole chicken (approximately 4-5 pounds)
- 1 can (12 ounces) of your favorite beer
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of your favorite BBQ rub
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
Preparation Time:
Cooking Time:
- 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Preparation Method Steps:
- Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- Open the beer and pour out about half of it.
- Season the chicken inside and out with the olive oil, BBQ rub, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken on a vertical beer can holder, insert the beer can into the cavity of the chicken, and secure it with the wings.
- Place the chicken on a grill or in a roasting pan.
- Grill or roast the chicken at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: approximately 350 per serving
- Protein: 40 grams per serving
- Fat: 20 grams per serving
- Carbohydrates: 10 grams per serving
Dish Characteristics:
- Juicy and flavorful chicken
- Crispy and golden brown skin
- Perfect for a summer cookout or gathering
User Comments:
- "This is the best beer can chicken I've ever had. It's so juicy and flavorful."
- "The skin was so crispy and the meat was so tender. I will definitely be making this again."
- "I love that this recipe is so easy to make. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use a sturdy vertical beer can holder to prevent the chicken from falling over.
- If you don't have a vertical beer can holder, you can use a roasting pan with a rack.
- Check the internal temperature of the chicken with a meat thermometer to ensure that it is cooked through before eating.
- Let the chicken rest before carving to allow the juices to redistribute.
