Beer-Can Chicken

Dairy Free
Popular
Health score
9%
Beer-Can Chicken
45 min.
4
454kcal

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If you're looking to impress at your next backyard barbecue, look no further than this delicious Beer-Can Chicken recipe. This crowd-pleaser, known for its juicy, flavorful meat, has become a popular choice for both novice cooks and seasoned grill masters alike. It combines the irresistible taste of a perfectly roasted chicken with the added fun of cooking it with a can of beer, resulting in a moist and tender dish that will have everyone asking for seconds.

What sets this recipe apart is not only the unique cooking method but also the aromatic blend of spices that gives the chicken an exceptional depth of flavor. The combination of the light lager and the 4-3-2-1 Spice Rub creates a savory glaze that pairs beautifully with the smokiness from the grill. Plus, this dish is entirely dairy-free, making it a fantastic option for those with dietary restrictions.

In just 45 minutes, you can serve a succulent chicken that not only looks delightful but also ensures a delightful flavor profile in every bite. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or any main course, this Beer-Can Chicken will surely become a beloved recipe in your cooking repertoire. So, fire up the grill and get ready to savor an impressive dish that brings everyone together around the table!

Ingredients

  • 3.5 pound chicken 
  • can lager light
  • tablespoons big daddy's taco rub 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • grill
  • kitchen thermometer
  • grill pan

Directions

  1. Pour out (or drink) half of beer.
  2. Prepare grill for high, indirect heat and fit with grill pan (for a charcoal grill, bank coals on 1 side of grill and put drip pan on empty side; for a gas grill, leave 1 burner turned off and place drip pan over unlit burner).
  3. Add water to pan to a depth of 1/2".
  4. Season chicken with 4-3-2-1 Spice Rub.
  5. Place cavity of chicken, legs pointing down, onto open can so that it supports chicken upright.
  6. Place can, with chicken, on grill over indirect heat (and above drip pan). Grill chicken, covered, until cooked through and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of thigh registers 165°F, 45-60 minutes. (If using charcoal, you may need to add more to maintain heat.)
  7. Let chicken rest 10 minutes before carving.
  8. Serve with pan drippings.

Nutrition Facts

Calories454kcal
Protein34.19%
Fat61.57%
Carbs4.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.13
Glycemic Load
1.28
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
14.729130470234%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.34mg
Epicatechin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.72mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.02mg
Gallocatechin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:454kcal
22.7%
Fat:28.84g
44.37%
Saturated Fat:8.28g
51.73%
Carbohydrates:4.47g
1.49%
Net Carbohydrates:4.25g
1.54%
Sugar:0.06g
0.07%
Cholesterol:142.88mg
47.63%
Sodium:137.46mg
5.98%
Alcohol:3.47g
100%
Alcohol %:1.56%
100%
Protein:36.04g
72.07%
Vitamin B3:13.47mg
67.36%
Selenium:28.11µg
40.16%
Vitamin B6:0.73mg
36.71%
Phosphorus:295.93mg
29.59%
Vitamin K:18.97µg
18.06%
Vitamin B5:1.77mg
17.7%
Zinc:2.57mg
17.12%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.98%
Iron:2.44mg
13.55%
Magnesium:47.92mg
11.98%
Potassium:397.77mg
11.36%
Vitamin B12:0.61µg
10.14%
Manganese:0.18mg
9.02%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.27%
Vitamin A:319.35IU
6.39%
Copper:0.11mg
5.64%
Folate:19.53µg
4.88%
Calcium:44.44mg
4.44%
Vitamin C:3.29mg
3.99%
Vitamin E:0.6mg
3.99%
Vitamin D:0.38µg
2.54%
Source:Epicurious