Beer Bottom Chicken – Beer Can

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2

Delicious Beer Bottom Chicken - Beer Can recipe for your weekend BBQ party

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

1 hour 30 min

Ready In

1 hour 40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 whole chicken
	1 package dry mesquite marinade
	1 can beer

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

250

Sugar

Fat

14g

Beer can chicken is also known as Beer Butt Chicken or Beer Bottom Chicken. It is a popular recipe in the United States, especially during the summer months when many families and friends gather together for BBQ parties. The recipe is easy to follow and requires only a few ingredients, a whole chicken, one can of beer, and a dry marinade. The method starts by marinating the chicken with your favorite seasoning, then inserting a can of beer into the chicken's body cavity, which serves as a stand or tripod while grilling. Cooking the chicken with indirect heat on the grill ensures the meat is cooked to perfection while retaining its juiciness. The end result is a delicious and juicy chicken that is perfect for any special occasion. The beer adds a subtle flavor that enhances the taste of this classic recipe.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
2.	Take the whole chicken and remove the neck and giblets. Rinse the chicken inside and out and pat dry.
3.	Season the chicken inside and out with the dry mesquite marinade.
4.	Open the can of beer and take a couple of swigs to drink or pour out to have room for the marinade.
5.	Place the chicken upright onto the beer can by inserting the can into the chicken's body cavity.
6.	Place the beer can at the bottom of the chicken, with the chicken legs on the ground, to form a tripod.
7.	Place the chicken and beer can on the preheated grill, on indirect heat and cover with the lid.
8.	Cook the chicken with the lid closed for at least 1 hour and 15 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F for the thigh meat and 170°F for the breast meat.
9.	Once the chicken is cooked, removed from the grill and let it rest for 10 minutes.
10.	Carefully remove the beer can by holding the chicken with tongs.
11.	Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Beer Bottom Chicken - Beer Can!

PROS

Beer Can Chicken is simple to make, juicy, and flavorful.
It is a perfect recipe for a BBQ party or any special occasions.

The skin of the chicken comes out crispy and the meat is juicy and tender.

A great recipe that requires few ingredients and effort but delivers a delicious outcome!
It is also an entertaining way to cook a whole chicken by using a can as a stand.

CONS

The only drawback of Beer Can Chicken is that you will need a grill or smoker and you may need to invest in a beer can chicken holder as well.

This recipe may not suitable for those who prefer to limit their alcohol intake or children.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a healthy protein source that is low in saturated fats and high in essential nutrients.
When cooking the chicken with indirect heat on the grill, most of the fat will melt away making it one of the healthiest cooking methods.
Chicken also contains tryptophan which promotes good sleep.