Tortured Chicken Beer Can

Get ready to elevate your backyard grilling game with this bold and flavorful Tortured Chicken Beer Can recipe! This mouthwatering dish combines the juicy tenderness of beer-steamed chicken with a crispy, spice-rubbed exterior that's sure to impress. A whole chicken is seasoned with a blend of smoky paprika, garlic powder, and aromatic Italian herbs, then perched atop a beer can, allowing the beer to infuse the meat with subtle malty flavors as it cooks. Perfectly grilled over indirect heat, the chicken emerges golden and succulent, with a tantalizing aroma that makes it impossible to resist. With just 15 minutes of prep and a beer in hand, you'll turn every barbecue into an unforgettable feast. Garnished with fresh rosemary or a squeeze of lemon, this centerpiece pairs beautifully with summer salads, grilled veggies, or buttery corn on the cob. Whether you're hosting a cookout or adding flair to a family dinner, this beer can chicken recipe is your ticket to finger-licking goodness!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 piece (4-5 lbs) Whole chicken
• 1 can Beer (12 oz can, any light lager or ale)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Paprika
• 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
• 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary (optional, for garnish)
• 1 piece Lemon (halved, optional for cavity)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium heat, setting up for indirect cooking if possible. The ideal temperature inside the grill should be around 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and remove any excess fat or giblets from the cavity, if present.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and cayenne pepper (if using). This will be your rub.

Step 4

Brush the chicken all over with the seasoning rub, ensuring that you coat the entire surface, including under the skin if possible.

Step 5

Open the beer can and pour out (or drink!) about 1/4 of the beer. Use a can opener to widen the opening slightly for better steam flow.

Step 6

Slowly position the chicken onto the open beer can, inserting the can into the cavity so that the chicken sits upright with the beer can as a base.

Step 7

Carefully place the chicken on the grill, balancing it upright on the beer can using its legs to create a tripod effect. Close the lid.

Step 8

Cook the chicken for approximately 1.5 hours, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the breast registers 165°F (74°C). Rotate the chicken halfway through cooking for even heat distribution.

Step 9

Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken and beer can from the grill using tongs. Let the chicken rest upright on the can for 10 minutes before attempting to remove the can (it will be extremely hot).

Step 10

Gently discard the beer can and carve the chicken into portions. Garnish with fresh rosemary or lemon wedges if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2291.6 grams (2291.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	702

Total Fat 44.20g	57%
Saturated Fat 8.80g	44%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 136mg	45%
Sodium 4898mg	213%
Total Carbohydrate 26.50g	10%
Dietary Fiber 6.80g	24%
Total Sugars 2.50g
Protein 39.20g	78%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 118mg	9%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 882mg	19%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.2%

Protein: 23.7%

Carbs: 16.0%