Beer in the Rear Chicken and BBQ Sauce Recipe

Name: Beer in the Rear Chicken and BBQ Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 pound whole chicken, rinsed and patted dry; 2 to 3 tablespoons dry rub, recipe follows; 1 (12-ounce) can light beer; Barbecue Sauce, recipe follows; 2 teaspoons salt; 2 teaspoons sweet paprika; 2 teaspoons brown sugar; 1 teaspoon celery salt; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dry mustard; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon chili powder; Cayenne pepper, pinch; 3/4 cup finely chopped onion; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 cup ketchup; 2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard; 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1/4 cup water; Dash Worcestershire sauce

Servings: persons

5 pound whole chicken, rinsed and patted dry
2 to 3 tablespoons dry rub, recipe follows
1 (12-ounce) can light beer
Barbecue Sauce, recipe follows
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons sweet paprika
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
Cayenne pepper, pinch
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup water
Dash Worcestershire sauce

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["Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.", "Set up your indoor/oven ""beer can chicken"" roaster according to manufacturer's instructions.", "Rub the chicken all over with the dry rub making sure to get some around the cavity opening as well.", "Put the rubbed chicken in place over the beer can, on top of a roasting pan.", "Place the chicken in the oven and roast for 30 minutes.", "Lower the oven to 325 degrees F and roast for 90 minutes basting with the chicken drippings and Barbecue Sauce until very, very tender.", "Carefully remove the chicken from the roaster and let rest 10 minutes before carving.", "Remove beer can from chicken.", "Serve with more Barbecue Sauce on the side.", "Combine all ingredients together.", "Store in an airtight container.", "In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, saute the onion and garlic in vegetable oil until soft.", "Add salt and pepper.", "Stir in remaining ingredients and bring to a boil.", "Lower the heat and simmer 10 minutes."]

1124

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

178

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 27 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 pound whole chicken, rinsed and patted dry, 2 to 3 tablespoons dry rub, recipe follows, 1 (12-ounce) can light beer, Barbecue Sauce, recipe follows, and more.

Yes, Beer in the Rear Chicken and BBQ Sauce 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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Beer in the Rear Chicken and BBQ Sauce

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