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4) Beer-can BBQ chicken with spice rub

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 4–5 lb whole chicken
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 12 oz can beer, half full
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Method
 

  1. Preheat grill to medium, about 375°F (190°C). Set up for indirect heat if using charcoal.
  2. Mix rub ingredients in a bowl. Pat chicken dry and rub with olive oil, then coat with spice rub.
  3. Pour out half the beer and sit can on a stable surface. Lower chicken onto can so cavity covers it; legs form a tripod.
  4. Place chicken over indirect heat, cover grill, and cook 1 to 1¼ hours until internal temp reads 165°F (74°C) in thigh.
  5. Remove carefully, let rest 10 minutes, then lift chicken off can and carve.