Bbq Beer Can Chicken Recipe

Name: Bbq Beer Can Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Spice Rub; 2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar; 2 tablespoons paprika; 1 tablespoon table salt; 1 tablespoon ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; Glaze; 2 tablespoons packed 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 crumbled bay leaves; 2 whole chickens (3 to 3 1/2 pounds each), patted dry; 4 cups wood chips

Servings: persons

Spice Rub
2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon table salt
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Glaze
2 tablespoons packed 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 crumbled bay leaves
2 whole chickens (3 to 3 1/2 pounds each), patted dry
4 cups wood chips

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1. For the spice rub: Mix brown sugar, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne in bowl.
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2. For the glaze: Stir brown sugar, ketchup, vinegar, beer, and hot sauce together in medium bowl. Add 1 tablespoon spice rub.
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3. For the rest: Measure out 1 cup beer from each can; take 2 tablespoons from measured beer and add to ketchup glaze. Prepare beer cans as shown in photo 1, and add 2 crumbled bay leaves to each can.
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4. Prepare chickens as shown in photos 2 through 4.
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5. Soak wood chips in bowl of water to cover for 15 minutes. Light large chimney starter filled with charcoal briquettes (about 90 coals) and burn until charcoal is covered with fine gray ash. Place 13 by 9-inch disposable aluminum roasting pan in center of grill. Pour half of coals into pile on each side of grill, leaving pan in center. Scatter wood chips evenly over coals, set cooking grate in place, cover, and let grill heat up 5 minutes.
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6. Place chickens (on cans) on center of grate, using drumsticks to stabilize them. Cover and grill until skin is 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. Wearing oven mitts or using wad of paper towels, transfer chickens (still on cans) from grill to cutting board and let rest for 10 minutes. Hold base of can with oven mitt or wad of paper towels, insert tongs into neck cavity of chicken, and pull chicken off can. Carve and serve.

171

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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: Spice Rub, 2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar, 2 tablespoons paprika, 1 tablespoon table salt, and more.

Yes, Bbq Beer Can Chicken 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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Bbq Beer Can Chicken

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