SMOKED CHICKEN ON A BEER CAN
From my hero of the grill, Rob Rainford. This to me is the ultimate beer can chicken recipe and the ultimate treat for me! The leftovers make awesome sandwiches, especially grilled cheese sandwiches with monterey jack and some salsa.
Provided by Whipper
Categories Chicken
Time 2h30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Combine all the dry rub ingredients in a bowl and mix.
- Prepare the marinade by placing the chicken stock, brandy, lemon juice, butter and 1 tablespoon of the dry rub into a small saucepan and warm gently until the butter melts then cool to room temperature.
- Remove giblets from chicken along with any fat from inside the cavities, rinse then pat dry.
- Season the inside cavity with 2 tablespoons of the dry rub, and rub in 3 tablespoons of the rub all over the outside of the chicken.
- Using a syringe style flavor injector, inject the marinade sauce into the breast, thighs and drumsticks until plump. Brush the outside of the bird with some of the melted butter and let it sit in the fridge to marinade for 3 hours.
- After the chicken has been marinading for 2½ hours, prepare the wood chips for smoking by pouring half of the beer over them in a bowl and let them soak for a half hour. Use a sharp can opener to punch a couple more holes in the top of the beer can and set aside.
- Prepare the barbeque for indirect cooking by placing a drip pan underneath the grate on one side and removing the grate from the other side, then turn on only the burner opposite of the drip pan to high heat.
- Squeeze the excess beer from the wood chips and make a smoking pouch with tinfoil (wrap in foil then poke holes with a fork), or smoking tray or tube.
- Place wood chips directly over the burner that is on, close the lid and wait for smoke to appear. Once smoke appears, reduce to medium heat.
- Hold chicken upright with body cavity down and lower onto the beer can then place onto the cool side of the grill over the drip pan and pull legs forward to form a stable tripod so it can stand upright on its own.
- Brush with melted butter and continue to cook at 220°F with the lid down, basting every 45 minutes or so with the melted butter. If the chicken gets too brown on the outside before it is done, cover with tinfoil.
- Remove chicken from the grill once it reaches an internal temperature of 180°F, about 2½ hours, cover with tinfoil and let rest for 10 minutes.
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Stacy Willams
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to experiment with different flavors. You can use different types of beer, different seasonings, and different woods for smoking. This makes it a versatile recipe that you can tailor to your own taste.
Nirdosh Magar
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses a beer can. It's a fun and unique way to cook chicken. The beer can adds a subtle flavor to the chicken, and it also helps to keep the chicken moist.
It's Just 2 Movies With Daniel King
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to cook chicken for a crowd. You can easily double or triple the recipe to feed a large group of people. It's also a great recipe for potlucks and picnics.
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[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now, and it always turns out perfect. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the skin is crispy and golden brown. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves smoked chicken.
Jonathan Javier Guzman
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids involved in cooking. They can help you season the chicken, stuff the beer can, and monitor the smoker. It's a fun and educational activity that they'll enjoy.
KING CABDALE
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to cook chicken on a budget. Chicken is a relatively inexpensive meat, and this recipe doesn't require any expensive ingredients. You can also use a variety of beers, so you can find one that fits your budget.
Smoky Bwoi
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of beer, but I still enjoyed this recipe. The chicken was delicious and the beer flavor was very subtle. I would definitely make this again, even if I didn't have any beer on hand.
Toni Smith
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beer. I always have a few cans of beer in my fridge that I don't know what to do with, so this recipe is a great way to put them to use.
Amanda McBride
[email protected]I made this recipe for my husband's birthday dinner, and he absolutely loved it! The chicken was so juicy and flavorful, and the smoky aroma filled the house. I'll definitely be making this again.
RP. AIM
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to impress your friends and family at your next cookout. The chicken is sure to be a hit, and it's a lot easier to make than you might think.
Jay Floyd
[email protected]I've been smoking chicken for years, and this recipe is one of the best I've ever tried. The chicken was cooked to perfection and the skin was crispy and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.
Rikta Dey
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about cooking chicken on a beer can, but I'm so glad I gave it a try! The chicken was incredibly moist and tender, and the beer added a subtle flavor that really complemented the chicken.
Oyindamola Ajoke
[email protected]I've tried a few different recipes for smoked chicken, but this one is by far my favorite. The combination of the beer can and the seasonings creates a moist, flavorful chicken that's perfect for any occasion.
Tharwah Fisher
[email protected]This recipe for smoked chicken on a beer can was a total hit at our last backyard BBQ! The chicken was incredibly juicy and flavorful, and the smoky aroma was divine.