Beer Can Chicken Recipe

Name: Beer Can Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Injection; 1/2 cup butter; 8 ounces beer (I use Coors Light); 1 tablespoon hot sauce (I use Cholula); 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon soy sauce; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon salt; Chicken; 1 chicken, stand; 1 whole chicken; 6 ounces beer (I use Coors Light); 2 bay leaves; 1 pinch thyme; 1 pinch rosemary; 1 pinch red pepper flakes; olive oil; paprika; chili powder; salt or pepper; hickory chips

Servings: persons

Injection
1/2 cup butter
8 ounces beer (I use Coors Light)
1 tablespoon hot sauce (I use Cholula)
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
Chicken
1 chicken, stand
1 whole chicken
6 ounces beer (I use Coors Light)
2 bay leaves
1 pinch thyme
1 pinch rosemary
1 pinch red pepper flakes
olive oil
paprika
chili powder
salt or pepper
hickory chips

1
Clean chicken and pat dry and set aside.
2
In a pot heat all the ingredients for the injection until smooth. Once the injection has cooled some inject into the chicken. (Do not let the injection get cold).
3
Beer Can: Add the thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, red pepper flake and put in your chicken stand. Place the chicken over the can.
4
Coat the outside of the chicken in olive oil (lightly). Sprinkle paprika, chili powder and salt and pepper on the skin and rub it inches.
5
Place the chicken in the smoker at 225 degrees for 2 hours. The skin should turn a smoky pink color.
6
Remove from smoker and put on grill at low but direct heat for about and hour or it reaches 175 degrees. Pull off and wrap in aluminum foil and let it rest for at least 15 minutes before cutting into it.

357

kcal

Calories

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Injection, 1/2 cup butter, 8 ounces beer (I use Coors Light), 1 tablespoon hot sauce (I use Cholula), and more.

Yes, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Beer Can Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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