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Crispy Beer Can Chicken Recipe Easy Herb Rub for Juicy Flavor

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A simple and delicious beer can chicken recipe featuring a flavorful herb rub that delivers crispy skin and juicy meat, perfect for backyard gatherings or easy weekend meals.

Ingredients

  • Whole chicken (about 4 to 5 lbs / 1.8 to 2.3 kg), fresh or thawed, skin on
  • Can of beer (12 oz / 355 ml), any standard lager or pale ale
  • Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
  • Garlic powder (1 teaspoon)
  • Onion powder (1 teaspoon)
  • Dried thyme (1 tablespoon) or fresh minced thyme
  • Dried rosemary (1 tablespoon), crushed finely
  • Lemon zest (1 teaspoon)
  • Paprika (1 teaspoon)
  • Salt (1½ teaspoons)
  • Black pepper (½ teaspoon), freshly ground

Instructions

  1. Remove any giblets from inside the chicken cavity and pat the bird dry with paper towels. Let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, rosemary, lemon zest, paprika, salt, and pepper to make a smooth herb rub paste.
  3. Rub the herb mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin, inside the cavity, and on the outside.
  4. Open the beer can and pour out or drink about half the can to allow steaming without overflow. Optionally add garlic cloves or herbs inside the can for extra aroma.
  5. Place the beer can on a sturdy surface and carefully lower the chicken upright onto the can so it fits inside the cavity. Use a beer can chicken stand if available for stability.
  6. Preheat grill for indirect medium-high heat (around 375°F / 190°C). Place the chicken upright on the grill away from direct flames. Close the lid and cook for about 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  7. Check doneness with a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh (avoid bone) until it reaches 165°F (74°C).
  8. If the skin browns too quickly, tent loosely with aluminum foil to prevent burning.
  9. Carefully remove the chicken from the beer can and let it rest for 10-15 minutes on a cutting board to allow juices to redistribute.
  10. Carve and serve with your favorite sides.

Notes

Dry the chicken skin thoroughly before applying the rub for best crispiness. Use indirect heat to avoid burning the skin. Let the chicken rest after cooking to keep it juicy. If using a gas grill, adding soaked wood chips can add smoky flavor. For gluten-free, ensure the beer or malt beverage is gluten-free. Avoid beer cans with plastic linings or BPA coatings.

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