Barbecued Beer Can Chicken (Cook'S Country) Recipe

Name: Barbecued Beer Can Chicken (Cook'S Country)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups wood chips; rub; 2 tablespoons light brown sugar; 2 tablespoons paprika; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; Glaze; 2 tablespoons light brown sugar; 2 tablespoons ketchup; 2 tablespoons white vinegar; 2 tablespoons beer; 1 teaspoon hot sauce; Beer and chicken; 2 (12 ounce) cans beer; 4 bay leaves, crumbled; 2 (3 -3 1/2 lb) roasting chickens, patted dry

Servings: persons

4 cups wood chips
rub
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Glaze
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons beer
1 teaspoon hot sauce
Beer and chicken
2 (12 ounce) cans beer
4 bay leaves, crumbled
2 (3 -3 1/2 lb) roasting chickens, patted dry

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["Soak wood chips in water while prepping grill and chicken.", "RUB: Mix all ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.", "GLAZE: Mix all glaze ingredients (reserve the empty beer cans, do not rinse) and just 1 tablespoons of the spice rub; set aside.", "FOR THE REST: Pour out about 1/2 cup or so from each can of beer. Using a church key can opener, punch holes in the top of the can to completely ""open"" the top; this will allow maximum steam to escape. Add 2 crumbled bay leaves to each can.", "Loosen the skin on the chicken breasts and thighs of the chicken by sliding your fingers between the skin and the meat. Massage the spice mixture on the skin, under the skin, and inside the cavity.", "Using a skewer, poke the skin all over to render as much fat as possible while cooking.", "Place chickens on cans; place on cool part of grill, using drumsticks to stabilize them. Cover and grill until skin is very well browned and very crisp, 40 to 60 minutes.", "Brush with ketchup glaze and grill, covered, until thigh meat registers 170 degrees on instant-read thermometer, about 20 minutes longer.", "Transfer chickens to cutting board and let rest for 10 minutes."]

171

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups wood chips, rub, 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, 2 tablespoons paprika, and more.

Yes, Barbecued Beer Can Chicken (Cook'S Country) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Barbecued Beer Can Chicken (Cook'S Country)

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