Beer Can Grilled Chicken Recipe

Name: Beer Can Grilled Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lbs whole chickens; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; ½ teaspoon lemon rind, grated; 12 ounces beer, at room temperature; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 sprigs rosemary; 2 sprigs fresh thyme; 1 lemon, juiced; ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Servings: persons

4 lbs whole chickens
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon lemon rind, grated
12 ounces beer, at room temperature
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 sprigs rosemary
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 lemon, juiced
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1
Heat grill to medium.
2
Remove giblets and neck from chicken; rinse and pat dry.
3
Combine paprika, salt, pepper, and lemon rind in a small bowl.
4
Rub mixture over chicken.
5
Open beer and remove half.
6
Place garlic, rosemary, thyme, lemon juice and crushed pepper in beer can and pierce 2 holes in top of can.
7
Place chicken cavity over beer can.
8
Place chicken on grill balanced by the can.
9
Cover and grill 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until thermometer reads 180 degrees in thigh.

840

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

144

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 lbs whole chickens, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and more.

Yes, Beer Can Grilled 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.

Beer Can Grilled Chicken

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