Print

Crispy Beer Can Chicken Recipe Easy Spicy Chipotle Glaze Guide

crispy beer can chicken recipe - featured image
Print Recipe

A flavorful and crispy beer can chicken recipe featuring a smoky, spicy chipotle glaze that delivers juicy meat and crackling skin. Perfect for backyard cookouts or casual dinners.

Ingredients

  • Whole Chicken (3-4 lbs / 1.4-1.8 kg), preferably organic or free-range
  • Beer (12 oz / 355 ml), light lager or pilsner
  • Olive Oil (2 tbsp)
  • Salt (1 tbsp), coarse kosher salt
  • Black Pepper (1 tsp), freshly ground
  • Garlic Powder (1 tsp)
  • Smoked Paprika (1 tbsp)
  • Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce (2 peppers, minced)
  • Honey (2 tbsp)
  • Apple Cider Vinegar (1 tbsp)
  • Lime Juice (1 tbsp), freshly squeezed
  • Yellow Mustard (1 tsp)
  • Onion Powder (1 tsp)
  • Optional Fresh Herbs (thyme or cilantro for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or oven to 375°F (190°C) for indirect heat; this takes about 10-15 minutes.
  2. Remove giblets from the chicken cavity and pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
  3. Rub the chicken skin all over with olive oil, then season inside and out with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and onion powder.
  4. Pour out or drink about half the beer from the can and poke a few extra holes in the top to allow steam to escape.
  5. Insert the beer can into the chicken cavity and stand the chicken upright on a sturdy surface or vertical roaster.
  6. Place the chicken upright on the grill or in the oven away from direct flames. Close the lid and cook for about 60-70 minutes.
  7. While the chicken cooks, mix minced chipotle peppers, honey, apple cider vinegar, lime juice, and yellow mustard in a bowl until smooth.
  8. About 15 minutes before the chicken is done, brush the chipotle glaze evenly over the skin. Close the lid and continue cooking until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part of the thigh.
  9. Remove the chicken from the grill or oven and let it rest upright for 10 minutes to redistribute juices.
  10. Carefully remove the chicken from the beer can, slice, drizzle with extra glaze if desired, and garnish with fresh herbs.

Notes

Pat the chicken dry to ensure crispy skin. Use indirect heat to avoid flare-ups. Keep the grill lid closed to trap heat and smoke. Apply glaze near the end to prevent burning. Use a vertical roaster or stable beer can to avoid tipping. Let the chicken rest before serving for juicy meat.

Nutrition

Keywords: beer can chicken, crispy chicken, chipotle glaze, barbecue, grilled chicken, spicy chicken, backyard cookout

Find it online: https://snappyspoon.com/crispy-beer-can-chicken-recipe-easy-spicy-chipotle-glaze-guide/