Beer Can Chicken

1. 1

   Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and preheat oven to 400 degrees.

2. 2

   Strip the leaves off 2 sprigs of thyme.

3. 3

   Rub the chicken with the olive oil, salt and pepper, then rub with the thyme leaves, making sure they stick.

4. 4

   Try to get as much of it under the skin as possible.

5. 5

   Drink half the beer, set it on the foil-lined sheet, place the other 2 sprigs of thyme on top of the can and place the chicken squarely on top.

6. 6

   It should look awkward.

7. 7

   Carefully transfer the chicken to the oven and roast for an hour, then raise the heat to 425 degrees and cook for another 10 minutes to achieve a crispy exterior.

8. 8

   Remove chicken from oven and allow to sit for 10 minutes before lifting it off the beer can and carving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.