Beer Can Grilled Chicken

Contributed By: Terry Borden

Ingredients:

Beer Can Chicken Rub:
2 tablespoons smoked paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons black pepper
2 teaspoons garlic powder
For the Chicken:
4 pounds chicken , washed and dried
Vegetable oil
Beer Can Chicken Rub
1 (12-ounce) can beer

Method:

For the chicken rub:
In a small bowl mix all the ingredients together and use for the grilled chicken. You can store extra rub mixture in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
For the chicken:
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Rub the chicken and its cavity down with the
vegetable oil . Season the chicken with rub mixture, remembering to season the cavity. Pour out 1/4 of the beer and sit the chicken on top of the beer can. Place the chicken in the center of the hot grill and cover. Cook the chicken for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or
until an instant-read thermometer registers 165 degrees F. Once cooked, cover loosely with foil and let rest for 10 minutes before carving.

Helpful Hints:

Prep Time: 10 min
Inactive Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 1 hr 30 min
Level: Easy


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