Borracho chicken, also known as drunken beer can chicken, is a tantalizing and succulent dish that has gained immense popularity worldwide. This unique cooking method involves placing a whole chicken upright on a half-full can of beer, infusing the poultry with irresistible flavor and tender juiciness from the inside out. The chicken's skin becomes mesmerizingly crispy, while the meat retains its moisture, resulting in an unforgettable culinary experience. Whether you're a seasoned grill master or a beginner in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the essential steps and provide the perfect recipe to create an exceptional borracho chicken that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
OVEN BEER CAN CHICKEN
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories main-dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Remove all but the bottom rack from the oven and preheat to 425 degrees F. Set a large ovenproof skillet on a baking pan.
- Mix the coriander, paprika, lemon zest, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper together in a small bowl. Pat the chicken dry and sprinkle the spice mixture all over the chicken and inside the cavity.
- Pour about 1/2 cup of the beer into the skillet, then insert the open can into the larger chicken cavity. Set the chicken upright on the can in the skillet. Add 1 cup of water to the beer in the skillet.
- Transfer the baking pan with the skillet to the oven and roast until the chicken is golden brown all over and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the breast registers 160 degrees F, 1 hour to 1 hour and 10 minutes. Carefully transfer the chicken with the beer can to a cutting board and let stand 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, pour the contents of the skillet out into a fat-separating measuring cup (be very careful, the skillet's handle will be hot). Spoon 1 tablespoon of the fat that has risen to the top onto the skillet. Set the skillet over medium heat and add the shallot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the flour and cook, stirring, 30 seconds. Pour the juices from the measuring cup into the skillet, leaving the remaining fat behind (if you don't have a fat-separator, pour the juices into a bowl and remove as much of the fat as possible with a small ladle). Bring the juices to a simmer in the skillet, about 1 minute, then add the cream and bring back to a simmer, about 1 minute. If the sauce seems too concentrated, dilute with a little water. If it seems too thin, simmer until reduced to a nice coating consistency. Stir in the parsley.
- Remove the can by placing tongs around the edge of the neck cavity and tipping the chicken back just slightly. Carefully twist and remove the can while holding the chicken back with the tongs. Return the chicken to the middle of the cutting board and carve into pieces. Serve the chicken with the sauce.
CAJUN BORRACHO CHICKEN ( DRUNKEN / BEER CAN CHICKEN )
Make and share this Cajun Borracho Chicken ( Drunken / Beer Can Chicken ) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Renee Ferraz
Categories Whole Chicken
Time P1DT10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Wash chicken and remove excess fat. Season the chicken inside and out with the crab boil seasoning. Insert the half can of beer inside the cavity of the chicken. Prop the chicken up on the grill. Grill for 1 to 1 1/2 hours withthe grill lid closed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 493.7, Fat 35.3, SaturatedFat 10.1, Cholesterol 162.6, Sodium 152.6, Carbohydrate 1.1, Protein 38.3
BEER CAN CHICKEN
Provided by Bobby Flay
Time 1h20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Prepare a kettle grill with charcoal off to one side for indirect grilling and add the soaked apple wood or mesquite wood chips over the coals. Remove the neck and giblets and pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Brush chicken all over with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper and 3 tablespoons dry rub. Set aside.
- Open the beer can, pour out about 1/2 cup of the beer into a cup and drink it (or pour it over the wood chips). Make an extra hole in the top of the can with a church-key can opener. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon dry rub to the beer can (it might fizz up a little bit at the top, but don't worry, that is normal), the garlic and rosemary.
- Hold the chicken above the can of beer and slide the chicken over the can. Fold the wings back behind the chicken. Make sure the legs are in front of the can, supporting the chicken. Place the chicken inside a disposable pan.
- Place the pan on the grates of the grill on the opposite side of the charcoals, put lid on and cook the chicken until golden brown and the internal temperature registers 160 degrees F in the breast area and 175 degrees F in the thigh area on an instant-read thermometer, 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Remove from the grill (be careful not to spill the contents of the beer can as it will be very hot) and let rest for 10 minutes before carving.
- Use a pair of locking tongs and grab the bottom of the beer can to remove from the chicken cavity. Place on a platter or cutting board to rest and cool. Carve and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calorie, Fat 11 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 154 milligrams, Sodium 804 milligrams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Protein 40 grams, Sugar 0 grams
BARBECUE BEER CAN CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: brown sugar, onion powder, garlic powder, mustard powder, smoked paprika, pepper, dried tarragon, salt, whole chicken, beer, barbecue sauce
Provided by Kiano Moju
Categories Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, add the brown sugar, onion powder, garlic powder, mustard powder, smoked paprika, pepper, tarragon, and salt and stir to combine. Use half of the spice rub to season the entire chicken. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
- Preheat the grill to 350°F (190°C).
- Remove the chicken from the fridge and season with the remaining spice rub. our out half the can of beer. Place the half-filled can in the chicken cavity and stand it upright.
- Grill the chicken over indirect heat for 30-40 minutes. Baste the chicken with barbecue sauce and cook for another 10-15 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove chicken from the grill and let rest for 15 minutes before carving.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1357 calories, Carbohydrate 33 grams, Fat 84 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 97 grams, Sugar 23 grams
BEER CAN CHICKEN
This is a deliciously moist chicken recipe. It's perfect for a BBQ on a hot summer day!
Provided by Hunter's Mom 2008
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Whole Chicken Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, about 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Mix the brown sugar, chili powder, paprika, dry mustard, salt, and ground black pepper in a small bowl. Place the half-full can of beer in the center of a plate.
- Rinse chicken under cold running water. Discard giblets and neck from chicken; drain and pat dry. Fit whole chicken over the can of beer with the legs on the bottom; keep upright. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of the seasoning mix into the top cavity of the chicken. The beer may foam up when the seasonings fall inside the can. Rub the remaining seasoning mix over the entire surface of the chicken.
- Place the chicken, standing on the can, directly on the preheated grill. Close the lid and barbeque the chicken until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 1 hour 15 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 chicken from the grill and discard the beer can. 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 546.2 calories, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 145.4 mg, Fat 27.3 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 47.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 478.6 mg, Sugar 18.4 g
BAKED BEER CAN CHICKEN
This chicken always turns out juicy and tender with robust flavor. Are you tired of the same old boring chicken? Try this one! It is so easy to prepare and cook. There are other versions that can be cooked on the grill but we prefer ours in the oven. It's a dinner our whole family loves.
Provided by staycd
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Whole Chicken Recipes
Time 1h40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Mix the garlic powder, seasoned salt, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and ground black pepper in a small bowl; set aside. Pour 1/3 of one can of beer into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Place the open beer can in the center of the baking dish.
- Rinse chicken under cold running water. Discard giblets and neck from chicken; drain and pat dry. Fit whole chicken over the open beer can with the legs on the bottom. With the breast of the chicken facing you, use a paring knife to cut a small slit on each side and press the tip of each wing into the slit to encourage even cooking.
- Rub the prepared seasoning mixture to taste over the entire chicken. Pat the sliced green onions around the whole chicken evenly. Some will fall into the beer, that's fine. Press the halved green onions into the top cavity of the chicken. Open the remaining beer and pour 1/2 of it into the pan under then chicken. Reserve the remaining beer.
- Bake the chicken in the preheated oven. After 45 minutes, pour remaining beer into the pan under the chicken. Continue baking until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 30 additional 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 chicken from the oven and discard the beer can. 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 564.1 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 145.4 mg, Fat 26 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 49.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 3276.5 mg, Sugar 3.9 g
BEER-CAN CHICKEN
The moist environment created by smoke-roasting a chicken vertically, atop a half-full can of beer, turns out to be a nearly fail-safe way to achieve barbecue perfection. A smoky-sweet dry rub adds complexity. The dish can also be made in an oven, in a roasting pan. (You can even buy stainless-steel vertical roasting stands for this very purpose.) What follows is a recipe for a traditional, spice-rubbed version of the dish. But once you have dialed in your technique, feel free to experiment. Coating the chicken with a paste of miso, mirin and soy, then replacing the beer in the can with sake, is one way to start.
Provided by Sam Sifton
Categories dinner, main course
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Build a fire in your grill, leaving approximately half the grilling area free of coals. If using a gas grill, turn burners to high and then, when ready to cook, turn off the burner on the side where you will place the chicken. If using an oven, heat to 425 degrees.
- Remove neck and giblets from chicken. Rinse the chicken in cold water. Pat dry.
- Combine all the spices in a large bowl, then apply the dry rub to the chicken, inside and out.
- Put the beer can on a solid surface. Pick up the chicken and, taking a leg in each hand, put the cavity over the can and slide the bird down onto it. Carefully transfer the bird and the can to the cool side of your grill, its back to the fire, balancing the chicken upright and using the legs to support it in this position. If using an oven, place the chicken upright in a roasting pan using the same method and place carefully into the heat.
- Cover the grill and cook for approximately 1 1/4 hours, basting with barbecue sauce twice during the final half-hour if you'd like, until the breast meat registers 165 degrees on an instant-read thermometer or until the legs are loose in their sockets. (If you're using an oven, you can tent the bird with foil after 45 minutes to keep the skin from getting too dark.) De-can and carve.
- Serve with white barbecue sauce and corn bread.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 403, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 30 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 530 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
BEER-CAN CHICKEN
How to Make Beer Can Chicken
Provided by Alison Roman
Categories Beer Chicken Fourth of July Low Cal Father's Day Backyard BBQ Dinner Lunch Summer Grill Grill/Barbecue Low Cholesterol Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Pour out (or drink) half of beer.
- 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). Add water to pan to a depth of 1/2".
- Season chicken with 4-3-2-1 Spice Rub. Place cavity of chicken, legs pointing down, onto open can so that it supports chicken upright. 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.) Let chicken rest 10 minutes before carving. Serve with pan drippings.
Tips:
- Choose the right chicken: A whole chicken weighing 3-4 pounds is ideal for this recipe. You can also use a spatchcocked chicken, which will cook more evenly.
- Use a flavorful beer: The beer you use will add flavor to the chicken, so choose one that you enjoy drinking. A light beer will produce a milder flavor, while a dark beer will give the chicken a richer taste.
- Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken is done cooking when the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough.
- Let the chicken rest before carving: Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken, resulting in a more flavorful and moist bird.
- Serve with your favorite sides: Borracho chicken is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides. Some popular options include rice, beans, vegetables, and tortillas.
Conclusion:
Borracho chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its flavorful marinade and tender, juicy meat, this chicken is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a new way to cook chicken, give borracho chicken a try!
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