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Crispy Beer Can Chicken Recipe Easy Grilled Chicken with Perfectly Roasted Skin

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This crispy beer can chicken recipe delivers perfectly roasted, crackling skin and juicy, tender meat using a simple beer can steaming method on the grill. It’s quick, easy, and a crowd-pleaser perfect for any outdoor gathering.

Ingredients

  • Whole chicken (about 4 to 5 lbs / 1.8 to 2.3 kg)
  • Beer (one 12 oz / 355 ml can, lager or pale ale preferred)
  • Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
  • Salt (1 tablespoon, coarse sea salt or kosher salt)
  • Black pepper (1 teaspoon, freshly ground)
  • Paprika (1 tablespoon)
  • Garlic powder (1 teaspoon)
  • Onion powder (1 teaspoon)
  • Dried thyme or rosemary (1 teaspoon, optional)
  • Lemon (1, halved, optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill for indirect heat at about 375°F (190°C). For charcoal, bank the coals to one side; for gas, turn off one or two burners.
  2. Remove giblets from the chicken and pat dry with paper towels.
  3. Rub the entire chicken with olive oil to help seasoning stick and promote browning.
  4. Combine salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and herbs in a bowl. Rub the seasoning mix all over the chicken, inside and out.
  5. Open the beer can and pour out or drink about half. Optionally add garlic cloves or herbs inside the can. Stuff the chicken cavity with halved lemon if desired.
  6. Place the chicken cavity over the beer can, balancing it upright on a sturdy surface or in a beer can chicken holder.
  7. Place the chicken upright over indirect heat on the grill. Close the lid and cook for 60-75 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  8. Check the temperature with a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, avoiding bone.
  9. If skin is not crispy enough, move chicken over direct heat for 5-7 minutes, turning carefully to avoid flare-ups.
  10. Transfer chicken to a cutting board and let rest for 10 minutes to redistribute juices.
  11. Carefully remove chicken from the can, carve, and serve.

Notes

Pat the chicken dry thoroughly before seasoning to ensure crispy skin. Use indirect heat for even cooking and avoid opening the grill lid frequently. Rest the chicken after cooking to keep it juicy. If skin isn’t crispy enough, finish over direct heat briefly. Rotate chicken halfway through cooking if grill heat is uneven. For gluten-free, use gluten-free beer or substitute with sparkling water and apple cider vinegar.

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