Beer Can Chicken (2024)

FAQs

What is the best liquid to use for beer can chicken? ›

Fill it halfway with chicken stock, wine, or any mix of liquid and herbs and spices. You might try also try using a combination of a healthy scoop of our Beer-Can Chicken Rub and a bit of water or wine, which will enhance the flavor of the rub you've already put on the bird's flesh.

Did it affect the chicken? One of the reasons to do this cook is to get beer-infused chicken that is extra juicy from the liquid that is cooked off into it. Unfortunately, the data just doesn't support that.

You'll need a 12oz can of beer to hold the chicken. Pour out (or drink) about ¼ of the beer and open up the top a little so steam can escape. I found a vertical beer can chicken rack that holds a 12oz can perfectly and it gives the chicken a little more support which keeps it from tipping over.

Quick Answer: The ideal beer for making beer can chicken is undoubtedly a lager. Its light and refreshing profile complements the chicken without overwhelming its natural flavors. Lagers are celebrated for being light, crisp and having wide appeal, making them the top pick for this cooking method.

This time around I took a cue from Steven Raichlen and tried it out with cola, Dr Pepper (my favorite cola) to be exact, which resulted in a subtly sweet and spicy bird that easily held its own against those made with beer.

Most are fair game for beer batter (Pilsner Urquell, Stella Artois, Modelo, and Firestone Pivo Pils are particularly nice), with the exception of Bohemian pilsner, which comes with a heavy dose of spices that can change the overall flavor of your dish. In a beer batter, pilsner is one of the more low-key options.

Position legs to best support chicken (similar to a tripod). Close lid. 4 Grill chicken 1 1/2 hours or until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F in the thigh). Remove chicken from can before serving.

In North America, the standard can size is 12 US fl oz or 355 ml.

Slide the chicken to the edge of the board so that the can is directly over the sink, but the bulk of the chicken is still over the board. Hold the chicken with a fork and a pair of tongs, carefully pull the can out of the chicken and place in the sink.

Tender chicken with crispy golden skin is all what you need for an amazing weeknight dinner. Roasted chicken on a bottle, this is what you know as beer can chicken but without actually using beer. This chicken recipe is so tender and moist with crispy delicious skin.

Can I use IPA for beer can chicken? ›

Craft beer can chicken is one of the simplest recipes I know and it packs a lot of flavor, especially if you are using a floral IPA. This isn't your typical dry, bland chicken breast! The flavor of the beer enhances the spice rub, leaving you with a tender, moist bird with perfectly crisp skin.

A can of Coors Light fit the bill, but you can use any type of beer for this recipe. I positioned the chicken end on the beer can (held by a wire foundation). Get grilling.

If you prefer, use chicken stock or lemonade instead of beer. Pour 1 ¼ cup (300 mL) into an empty soft drink or beer can.

Fill jars with raw meat pieces, leaving 1-inch headspace. Do not add liquid. Wipe jar rims, adjust lids and process in pressure canner.

Information. Many people think the pink liquid in packaged fresh chicken is blood, but it is mostly water that was absorbed by the chicken during the chilling process.

My favourite choice for spritzing meat is a mix of apple cider vinegar and water as it helps balance fatty cuts of meat, add moisture, and inject flavour. Avoid spritzing too often as it will increase your cooking time.

You can use chicken broth, ginger ale, white grape juice, or white wine if your recipe calls for a light beer. Use beef broth, chicken broth, mushroom stock, apple juice, apple cider, root beer, or co*ke instead of dark beer.