Beer Butt Chicken
Juicy, flavorful beer butt chicken features a crispy skin and tender meat infused with smoky cajun spices and beer aroma, perfect for outdoor grilling enthusiasts and entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Mix together the brown sugar, garlic salt, cayenne pepper, cajun seasoning, and black pepper to make the dry rub.
- Prepare the whole chicken by removing any giblets and patting it dry.
- Apply the dry rub evenly over the chicken's surface.
- Open the can of beer and pour out or drink half to leave some in the can.
- Place the chicken upright onto the beer can, inserting the can into the cavity of the chicken.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Place the chicken on the grill, balancing on the beer can, and cook for approximately 1.5 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let rest for 10 minutes before carving.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
273
kcal
14% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).