Ingredients
Beer Can Chicken Rub:
- 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 2 tablespoons onion powder
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
For the Chicken:
- 4 pounds chicken, washed and dried
- Vegetable oil
- Beer Can Chicken Rub
- 1 (12-ounce) can beer
Directions
For the chicken rub:
In a small bowl mix all the ingredients together and use for the grilled chicken. You can store extra rub mixture in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
For the chicken:
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Rub the chicken and its cavity down with the vegetable oil. Season the chicken with rub mixture, remembering to season the cavity. Pour out 1/4 of the beer and sit the chicken on top of the beer can. Place the chicken in the center of the hot grill and cover. Cook the chicken for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until an instant-read thermometer registers 165 degrees F. Once cooked, cover loosely with foil and let rest for 10 minutes before carving.
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By johnandmarycart...
Eagan, MN
on May 12, 2013
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Just made this and followed the recipe exactly. Didn't have as much flavor as I was expecting. It was nice and moist. Everyone else enjoyed it.
By 1gloria1ed
Oceanside CA
on April 26, 2013
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Just made this, followed directions to a tee, but, the beer didn't seem to do anything but maybe help make it a bit more moist. The rub, however, was very good. I wanted to make a gravy with the drippings, but, they were exceptionally salty. I would definitely use this rub again.
By TSumner21
Falls Church, VA
on April 06, 2013
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Great Recipe!!
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