Wednesday's What's for Dinner



Beer Can Grilled Chicken

Ingredients:

Beer Can Chicken Rub -

• 2 tbs. smoked paprika

• 2 tbs. salt

• 2 tbs. onion powder

• 1 tbs. cayenne pepper

• 1 tbs. ground cumin

• 2 tsp. dried thyme

• 2 tsp. dried oregano

• 2 tsp. black pepper

• 2 tsp. garlic powder

For the Chicken -

• 4 pounds chicken, washed and dried

• Vegetable oil

• Beer Can Chicken Rub

• 1 (12 oz.) can beer

Directions:

For the chicken rub -

In a small bowl mix all the ingredients together and use for the grilled chicken. You can store extra rub mixture in an airtight container for up to 6 months.

For the chicken -

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Rub the chicken and its cavity down with the vegetable oil. Season the chicken with rub mixture, remembering to season the cavity. Pour out 1/4 of the beer and sit the chicken on top of the beer can. Place the chicken in the center of the hot grill and cover. Cook the chicken for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until an instant-read thermometer registers 165° F. Once cooked, cover loosely with foil and let rest for 10 minutes before carving.