Time Requirements:
Prep 10min
Inactive Prep 10min
Cook 1hr 30min
Total 1hr 50min
Component part:
Beer can chicken Rub:
# 2 tablespoons garlic powder
# 2 tablespoons black pepper
# 2 tablespoons dried oregano
# 2 tablespoons dried thyme
# 1 tablespoons ground cumin
# 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
# 2 tablespoons salt
# 2 tablespoons onion powder
# 1 tablespoons cayenne pepper
For the Chicken
# 3 pounds chicken,washed and dried
# Beer can Chicken Rub
# Vegetables oil
# 1(11-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 a 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 vegetables 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 1/2 hours,or until an instant-read thermometer registers 160 degress F. Once cooked,cover loosely with foil and let rest for 10 minutes before carving.
