In the vibrant realm of culinary creativity, the art of cooking has always held a special place in the hearts of food enthusiasts. From traditional dishes passed down through generations to innovative fusion creations, the pursuit of culinary excellence has inspired countless recipe books, cooking shows, and online forums. Among these culinary delights, "Tex Mex Beer Can Chicken" stands out as a tantalizing dish that captures the essence of Texan and Mexican flavors, offering a unique and savory experience. This article delves into the world of "Tex Mex Beer Can Chicken," providing a comprehensive guide to help you craft this delectable dish. We'll explore various recipes, delve into the intricacies of preparation, and uncover the secrets to achieving perfectly cooked, juicy chicken infused with smoky, savory goodness. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will redefine your perception of chicken dishes and leave your taste buds craving for more!
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
TEX-MEX BEER-CAN CHICKEN
This beer-can bird is delicious on its own, paired with cilantro-lime rice, or shredded and tucked into tacos with your favorite fixings.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat gas or charcoal grill for indirect cooking. Remove and discard neck and giblets from chicken cavity. Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Carefully loosen skin at top of breast. Place butter and green onion whites evenly under skin of breast, without removing skin.
- In small bowl, mix vegetable oil, taco seasoning mix and salt. Rub all over outside of chicken. Open beer can; with can opener, make several other openings in top. Measure out 2/3 cup beer; discard or reserve for another use.
- Place half-full can of beer in ungreased shallow 8x8- or 13x9-inch aluminum grill pan. Carefully place chicken cavity over can, pushing until chicken balances in pan.
- Place on grill over medium heat, making sure chicken is balanced. Cover grill; cook 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes or until legs move easily when twisted or lifted and thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reads at least 165°F.
- With tongs and flat metal spatula, carefully remove chicken and can from pan on grill; place on clean cutting board or serving platter. Carefully remove pan and drippings; let cool, then discard. Let chicken stand 5 to 10 minutes. Twist can to remove from chicken; discard can. Sprinkle with cilantro and green onion greens. Serve with salsa and lime wedges.
- To bake chicken, place oven rack in lowest position and heat oven to 375°F. Place prepared chicken on can in lightly sprayed 8-inch square (2-quart) baking dish. Bake 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes or until legs move easily when twisted or lifted and thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reads at least 165°F. Let chicken stand 5 to 10 minutes. Twist can to remove from chicken; discard can. Sprinkle with cilantro and green onion greens. Serve with salsa and lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 165 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 0 g, Protein 47 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 550 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 1 g
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
TEX-MEX CHICKEN CASSEROLE
This is a version of the famous King Ranch Chicken casserole. Careful, it packs a bit of heat!
Provided by thedailygourmet
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Baked and Roasted
Time 1h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread corn chip crumbs over the bottom of the baking dish and press crumbs into place.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir onion in melted butter until tender, 6 to 7 minutes.
- Stir diced tomatoes, cream of chicken soup. cream of mushroom soup, green chiles, milk, sour cream, chili powder, and cumin in a large bowl. Add chicken and cooked onion; stir to combine. Pour mixture over corn chips and top with Cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and cheese is melted, 55 to 60 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.9 calories, Carbohydrate 31.1 g, Cholesterol 71.5 mg, Fat 29.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 1209.4 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
GARLIC RANCH BEER-CAN CHICKEN
Juicy grilled chicken is in reach with this delicious garlic bacon ranch spin on beer-can chicken that your whole family will love.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat gas or charcoal grill for indirect cooking. Remove and discard neck and giblets from chicken cavity. Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Carefully loosen skin at top of breast. Place butter and garlic evenly under skin of breast, without removing skin.
- In small bowl, mix vegetable oil and ranch dressing mix. Rub all over outside of chicken. Open beer can; with can opener, make several other openings in top. Measure out 2/3 cup beer; discard or reserve for another use. Place half-full can of beer in ungreased shallow 8x8- or 13x9-inch aluminum grill pan. Carefully place chicken cavity over can, pushing until chicken balances in pan.
- Place on grill over medium heat, making sure chicken is balanced. Cover grill; cook 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes or until legs move easily when twisted or lifted and thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reads at least 165°F.
- With tongs and flat metal spatula, carefully remove chicken and can from pan on grill; place on clean cutting board or serving platter. Carefully remove pan and drippings; let cool, then discard. Let chicken stand 5 to 10 minutes. Twist can to remove from chicken; discard can. Serve carved chicken with remaining ingredients.
- To bake chicken, place oven rack in lowest position and heat oven to 375°F. Place prepared chicken on can in lightly sprayed 8-inch square (2-quart) baking dish. Bake 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes or until legs move easily when twisted or lifted and thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reads at least 165°F. Let chicken stand 5 to 10 minutes. Twist can to remove from chicken; discard can. Serve carved chicken with remaining ingredients.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 670, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 180 mg, Fat 6, Fiber 0 g, Protein 50 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 790 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1 g
DRUNKEN CHICKEN TEX-MEX STYLE / BEER CAN
This is our favorite way to serve chicken and there are lots of variations. The lime and chili adds a really special flavor. The Tequila just makes you smart!
Provided by venus2
Categories Chicken
Time 1h20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Rinse and pat dry hen.
- Drink 1/2 the beer and set aside the rest in the can.
- Then pour a shot of tequila and drink with a slice of lime.
- Spray can with 1/2 beer with cooking spray.
- Have another shot of tequila with lime.
- Put some of the oregano, a couple of the peppers, a couple of the garlic cloves, a pinch of cumin and a pinch of chili powder in the neck cavity of the hen.
- Stuff opening with a wad of aluminum foil to seal cavity.
- Have another shot of tequila and lime and while you're at it add a shot to the beer can with a piece of lime, the rest of the oregano, peppers, and garlic cloves.
- Push the can into to rear end of the chicken so that the hen can sit up.
- Place the chicken in a foil pie pan or square cake pan.
- Have another tequila shot, then rub the rest of the cumin, chili powder, and the salt onto the outside of the chicken.
- Have a couple more shots while your coals get ready on the pit.
- Place the pan with the chicken on the pit and close the grill.
- Let chicken cook for 1 hour on medium hot pit.
- (Of course, this means more tequila shots.) Baste hen with juices in pan.
- Take off grill when done and let rest 10 minutes before serving with a squeeze of lime and some drippings.
- If there is any Tequila left be sure to serve with the chicken also.
- This can be done in the oven as well on 350 degrees for 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 228, Fat 12.3, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 84.8, Sodium 1234.2, Carbohydrate 8, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 0.7, Protein 15.7
GRILLED TEX-MEX CHICKEN SANDWICH
Why go for the same old grilled cheese sandwich when you can have this flavorful sandwich instead? Even better served with an ice cold Mexican beer.
Provided by JackieOhNo
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Mix lime juice, oil, and pepper in bowl. Add chicken and toss to coat. Let marinate at room temperature 30 minutes.
- Place beans, cumin, oregano and salt in small bowl and mash with fork to coarse puree.
- Heat broiler.
- Mix avocado, tomato, chile, and onion in second small bowl.
- Place chicken breasts on baking sheet and broil 6 inches from heat until cooked but still moist, about 7 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes, then slice on diagonal.
- Top 4 slices bread with avocado mixture and then chicken. Top with bean puree and cheese and then remaining bread. Gently press sandwiches together. Brush both sides of sandwiches with butter.
- Heat large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 sandwiches and cook, pressing down with spatula and turning once, until golden brown. Repeat with remaining sandwiches. Serve hot.
Tips:
- Choose a flavorful beer: The beer will infuse the chicken with flavor, so choose one that you enjoy drinking. Some good options include IPAs, stouts, and porters.
- Use a whole chicken: A whole chicken will cook more evenly than a cut-up chicken. Plus, it's easier to truss a whole chicken.
- Truss the chicken: Trussing the chicken will help it keep its shape and cook evenly. You can use kitchen twine or toothpicks to truss the chicken.
- Season the chicken: Season the chicken with your favorite spices and herbs. Some good options include salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Cook the chicken over indirect heat: Indirect heat will help the chicken cook evenly without burning. You can cook the chicken on a grill, in a smoker, or in the oven.
- Let the chicken rest before serving: Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before serving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the chicken.
Conclusion:
Beer can chicken is a delicious and easy way to cook a whole chicken. It's perfect for a backyard barbecue or a weeknight dinner. With a little planning and preparation, you can make a beer can chicken that is sure to impress your friends and family.
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