OUR FAVORITE RECIPES – NOW THAT’S A SUPER BOWL CHICKEN

OUR FAVORITE RECIPES – NOW THAT’S A SUPER BOWL CHICKEN

Cathy Mallers PhotoBEER CAN CHICKEN

What could be more Super Bowl than beer and chicken? Okay so we decided against the traditional chili option and we’re certain you’ll like our chicken too!

SUMMARY

Difficulty: Easy

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

INGREDIENTS

1 (4 to 5-pound) whole chicken
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons salt
1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon paprika 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 can (12 ounce) beer

DIRECTIONS

Remove the giblets neck and excess fat from the chicken. Be sure to wash the chicken inside and out. Pat the chicken dry with a paper towel.

Combine the black pepper garlic powder salt onion powder and paprika in a small bowl. Rub the outside of the chicken with oil. Next rub the chicken inside and out with your spice mixture. Set the chicken aside for now.

Pour 1/2 the can of beer into a cool frosty mug. Set the 1/2 full beer can on a steady flat surface. Place the chicken upright (body cavity facing down) onto the beer can.

Form a tripod with the chicken legs and place in the center of a pre-heated grill. Cook covered over medium-high indirect heat – meaning the burners or coals are to one side of the chicken. Cook for 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours. Chicken is ready when thigh juices run clear after being pierced with a fork.

Enjoy your frosty mug of beer while waiting for the chicken to cook or share with a friend!

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CATHY MALLERS & DEAN’S TEAM CHICAGO

Posted: Wednesday January 30 2008 11:50 AM by Dean’s Team