Spice Rubbed Beer Can Chicken

1. 1

   Heat a gas or charcoal grill with a lid big enough to accommodate the bird.

2. 2

   Put a drip pan below the grates.

3. 3

   Mix the ingredients for the Spice Rub until they are well blended.

4. 4

   (This will keep, covered, in the refrigerator for 1 week.)

5. 5

   Rub it all over the chicken, inside and out.

6. 6

   Open the beer and take a big swig or just pour out a couple of ounces.

7. 7

   Sit the chicken on the beer can so the legs are at the bottom and the wings are at the top.

8. 8

   Stand the beer can on the grates over the drip pan.

9. 9

   Put the cover on and cook over indirect heat until the juices run clear, about 1 hour.

10. 10

    (If using charcoal, push the coals to 1 side so the chicken is not over direct heat.)

11. 11

    Note: This chicken can also be cooked in a 350 degrees F oven.

12. 12

    Just stand the beer can in a shallow roasting pan and cook about 1 hour or until juices run clear.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.