Beer can chicken with rosemary and thyme is an iconic summertime dish that is sure to impress your friends and family. You only need a few simple ingredients, including a whole chicken, your favorite beer, and a few herbs. This dish is so versatile that you can use different types of beer to achieve different flavors. For example, you can use a pale ale for a light and refreshing flavor, or a stout for a more robust and flavorful dish. The rosemary and thyme add a delicious fragrant to the chicken, and help to create a crispy and flavorful skin.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
BBQ BEER CAN CHICKEN
I tried several beer can chicken recipes and changed the ingredients up until I found one the whole family loves!!
Provided by mark'n'karen
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Whole Chicken Recipes
Time 1h55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Soak wood chips in water for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for indirect medium heat, about 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Mix together dark brown sugar, kosher salt, paprika, ground black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl. Place two half full cans of beer on a baking sheet. Spoon 1 teaspoon seasoning mix into each can. Be careful, this will make the beer foam up and out of the can.
- Rinse chicken under cold running water. Discard giblets and neck from chicken; drain and pat dry. Rub each chicken with 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. Rub the remaining seasoning mix over the entire chicken, inside and out. Fit each chicken over a can of beer with the legs on the bottom; keep upright.
- Drain the wood chips and place them with the coals or in an aluminum pan on or under the grill grate as directed by the grill's manual. Place the two chickens, standing on their cans directly on the grill. Close the lid and barbeque the chicken until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 1 hour 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone should read 180 degrees F (82 degrees C). Remove the chickens from the grill and discard the beer cans. Cover the chicken with a doubled sheet of aluminum foil, and allow to rest in a warm area for 10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 626.9 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Cholesterol 204.6 mg, Fat 33.2 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 53 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 5855.5 mg, Sugar 14.1 g
BEER CAN CHICKEN
Never thought beer can chicken would taste so good! First time I've tried it. My whole family was really impressed. We couldn't stop eating it untill it was completly gone! lol. I didn't have any actual beer cans so I just emptied out a soup tin and used that instead.
Provided by Chef Ryoni
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Mix rub ingredients in a small bowl. lightly rub the chicken all over with the oil. Season the chicken inside and out with the rub.
- Open your beer can and drink about half of it. Put the rosemary, thyme, garlic, and lemon juice into the beer. Make a few more holes in the top of the beer can with a can opener. Shove the chicken cavity over the beer can. You can actually get special beer can chicken holders for this that make it a bit easier.
- Grill over indirect medium heat(350-450 degrees F) until juices run clear and internal temperature reaches 180 degrees F in the breast, about 1 1/4 -1 1/2 hours. Let the chicken rest for about 10 minutes before removing from beer can and cutting up. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.8, Fat 15.2, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 53.5, Sodium 490.6, Carbohydrate 5.3, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 0.4, Protein 13.2
BEER CAN CHICKEN WITH ROSEMARY & THYME
This is from Weber's "Real Grilling" cookbook and it has great flavour. I bought a beer can chicken stand (they're quite cheap)which makes the can and the chicken more secure. Make sure your chicken isn't too big or you may not get the lid closed on your BBQ.
Provided by Jan in Lanark
Categories Whole Chicken
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a small bowl mix the rub ingredients( first six ingredients) together.
- Remove and discard the neck and giblets and excess fat from the chicken. Lightly rub the chicken all over with the oil. Season chicken inside and out with the rub and tuck the wing tips behind the back.
- Open the beer and drink or pour out about half the beer. Put the rosemary, garlic, lemon juice, thyme and red pepper flakes into the beer can to flavour the steam.
- Using a can opener, make two more holes in the top of the can. Place the beer can on a solid surface and plunk the chicken over the can.
- Transfer to the grill, balancing the bird on its two legs and the can like a tripod.
- Grill over Indirect Medium Heat until juices run clear and internal temp in the thickest part of the thigh is 180 degrees F, 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours.
- Carefully remove the chicken and can from the grill and let chicken rest for about 10 minutes before you try to lift it fro the can and cutting into serving pieces.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 699.8, Fat 48.9, SaturatedFat 13.6, Cholesterol 213.9, Sodium 640.1, Carbohydrate 5.3, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 0.4, Protein 50.9
BEER CAN ROASTED HERB CHICKEN
Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h50m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the garlic pepper seasoning, salt, rosemary, thyme and parsley. Rub inside cavity of chicken with mixture and heat grill. Open each can of beer, pour out (or drink) about 1/4 of the contents and place a chicken on end over the open can of beer with the tips of the legs pointing down. As the chicken cooks on the outside, the beer will get hot and steam the inside. Remove chicken from grill when cooked and let rest. Remove beer can from each chicken. Carve chicken into portions and serve.
HERBED BEER CAN CHICKEN
Our July Fourth tradition is to grill chickens that stand up on a can of beer. It's a fun conversation piece. - Karen Barros, Bristol, Rhode Island
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients; stir in half of the minced garlic. Rub mixture over outside and inside of chicken. Tuck wings under chicken., Prepare grill for indirect heat. Completely cover all sides of an 8- or 9-in. round baking pan with foil. Place a beer-can chicken rack in pan. Remove 1/3 cup beer from can; save for another use. Using a can opener, make additional large holes in top of can. Insert rosemary and remaining garlic into can. Add beer can to rack., Place chicken vertically onto rack. Place pan on grill rack. Grill, covered, over indirect medium heat 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until a thermometer inserted in thigh reads 180°., Remove pan from grill; tent chicken with foil. Let stand 15 minutes. Carefully remove chicken from rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 474 calories, Fat 28g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 131mg cholesterol, Sodium 412mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 42g protein.
BEER CAN CHICKEN WITH ROSEMARY AND THYME
Steps:
- 1. To make the rub: In a small bowl combine the rub ingredients. 2. Remove and discard the neck, giblets, and any excess fat from the chicken. Rinse the chicken, inside and out, under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Lightly spray or brush all over with the vegetable oil and season, inside and out, with the rub. Tuck the tips of the wings behind the chicken's back. 3. Put the rosemary, garlic, lemon juice, thyme, and red pepper flakes into the beer can. Using a can opener, make 2 more holes in the top of the can. Set the half-full can on a flat surface and slide the chicken over the top so the can fits inside the cavity. 4. Transfer the bird to the grill, keeping the can upright. Carefully balance the bird on its two legs and the can. Grill over Indirect Medium heat until the juices run clear and the internal temperature reaches 170°F in the breast and 180°F in the thickest part of the thigh, 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours. Wearing barbecue mitts, carefully remove the chicken and the can from the grill, being careful not to spill the beer - it will be hot. Let the chicken rest for about 10 minutes before lifting it from the can. Discard the beer. Cut the chicken into serving pieces. Serve warm.
Tips:
- Choose the right chicken: Use a whole chicken that is about 3 to 4 pounds in size. This ensures that it will fit well on the beer can and cook evenly.
- Use a flavorful beer: The beer you use will infuse the chicken with flavor, so choose one that you enjoy drinking. Some good options are pale ale, amber ale, or stout.
- Season the chicken generously: Be sure to season the chicken inside and out with a flavorful rub. This will help to create a crispy, flavorful crust.
- Cook the chicken at a high temperature: This will help to create a crispy skin and juicy meat. Aim for a temperature of 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the chicken rest before carving: This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken, resulting in a more moist and flavorful bird.
Conclusion:
Beer can chicken is a delicious and easy way to cook a whole chicken. By following these tips, you can create a perfectly cooked chicken that is sure to impress your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a new way to cook chicken, give beer can chicken a try!
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