Beerinthebutt Chicken Recipe

Get ready for the most flavorful and juicy beer butt chicken you've ever tasted! This recipe delivers crispy skin and incredibly moist meat, thanks to the magic of beer-infused cooking. Perfect for a weekend BBQ or a special occasion, this crowd-pleasing dish is surprisingly easy to make. Impress your friends and family with this elevated classic!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 155 mins
Calories 470.6 kcal
Protein 77g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
Beerinthebutt Chicken 142

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beerinthebutt Chicken

  • 1 whole chicken (3-4 lbs)
  • 1-2 tablespoons lemon pepper seasoning
  • 1 (12-ounce) can of your favorite beer (approximately 8 ounces used)

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How to Make Beerinthebutt Chicken

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (approximately 350-375°F).
  2. Rinse a whole chicken (about 3-4 lbs) thoroughly inside and out and pat it completely dry with paper towels. This is crucial for crispy skin.
  3. Generously sprinkle the chicken inside and out with 1-2 tablespoons of lemon pepper seasoning.
  4. Place the chicken in an 8x8 inch baking pan. Open a 12-ounce can of your favorite beer and carefully pour out approximately 2/3 of the can (about 8 ounces) into the cavity of the chicken, ensuring it's nestled between the legs.
  5. Place the baking pan with the chicken on the preheated grill. Close the grill lid and cook for at least 2 hours.
  6. After 2 hours, check the internal temperature of the chicken using a meat thermometer. The thickest part of the thigh should reach 165°F. If not, continue cooking, checking every 15-20 minutes, for up to an additional hour.
  7. Once the chicken reaches 165°F, remove it from the grill and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving and serving. The skin will be beautifully crispy and the meat incredibly juicy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

44g

Carbs

0g