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Beer Can Chicken Recipe

Juicy, flavorful Beer Can Chicken recipe! This incredibly moist and tender chicken is cooked to perfection with a beer-infused flavor. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend BBQ, the leftover chicken is ideal for salads, tacos, or sandwiches. We'll use a portion of Paula Deen's House Seasoning for extra deliciousness!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 100 mins
Calories 1243 kcal
Protein 211g
Rating 4.9 (16 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beer Can Chicken

  • 1 whole chicken (3-4 lbs)
  • Seasoning Salt (not used in recipe)
  • 1/4 of Paula Deen's House Seasoning recipe
  • 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder (from Paula Deen's House Seasoning)
  • Lemon Juice (not used in recipe)
  • 1 (12-ounce) can beer (1/4 cup removed)
  • 1/4 cup salt (from Paula Deen's House Seasoning)
  • 1/16 cup black pepper (from Paula Deen's House Seasoning)
  • 1/2 tablespoon onion powder (from Paula Deen's House Seasoning)
  • 1/2 tablespoon sugar (from Paula Deen's House Seasoning)
  • 1/4 tablespoon paprika (from Paula Deen's House Seasoning)
  • 1/4 tablespoon cayenne pepper (optional, from Paula Deen's House Seasoning)

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How to Make Beer Can Chicken

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (approximately 350-375°F).
  2. Pat a whole chicken (approximately 3-4 lbs) dry with paper towels.
  3. Prepare Paula Deen's House Seasoning (recipe below, use 1/4 of the total amount).
  4. Generously season the chicken inside and out with the Paula Deen's House Seasoning.
  5. Open a 12-ounce can of your favorite beer (remove about 1/4 cup).
  6. Carefully place the beer can upright in the center of the chicken cavity (ensure the can is stable).
  7. Place the chicken on the grill, ensuring it's positioned above the heat source for even cooking.
  8. Grill for approximately 100 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F in the thickest part of the thigh.
  9. Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature.
  10. Remove from the grill and let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
  11. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

122g

Carbs

0g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Very Low Carbs Main Dish Poultry American Easy Diabetic Fall Spring Summer Chicken Dietary Low Sodium Seasonal High Protein Low Carb Free Of Something High In Something Low In Something Meat Whole Chicken 4 Hours Or Less