Clay's Grilled Beer Can Chicken
A slightly smoky spice rub and a can of beer transform basic chicken into Clay's grilled beer can chicken. This recipe is the best you will ever make.
Instructions
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{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Whisk onion powder, salt, smoked paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, oregano, thyme, and brown sugar together in a small bowl until thoroughly combined.'}
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{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Make 2 cuts in chicken skin, 1 on front and 1 on back; loosen skin without tearing by inserting your hand underneath skin. Rub chicken skin and cavity with vegetable oil; rub spice rub over chicken skin, inside cavity, and beneath loosened skin.'}
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{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat.'}
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{'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Place the beer can on the preheated grill; slide chicken onto beer can by the cavity. Grill until chicken is thoroughly browned, the juices run clear, and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the breast, near but not touching bone, reads at least 165 degrees F (75 degrees C), 1 to 1 ½ hours.'}
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (6 servings total)