Garlic Herb Beer Butt Chicken

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Garlic Herb Beer Butt Chicken
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
120 mins
Total Time:
140mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on March 13, 2024

This garlic herb beer butt chicken recipe is a must-try for any barbecue enthusiast. The chicken is marinated in a delicious blend of garlic, herbs, and beer, resulting in a moist and flavorful dish that is sure to impress your guests. Perfect for a summer cookout or a casual backyard dinner.

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken
  • 1 can of beer
  • 4 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon of fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon of fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon of fresh rosemary, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Open the can of beer and take a few sips to make some room in the can.
  3. Mix together the minced garlic, olive oil, parsley, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  4. Rub the garlic herb mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin and inside the cavity.
  5. Place the beer can in the chicken's cavity and stand the chicken upright on the grill, using the beer can as a stand.
  6. Close the lid of the grill and cook the chicken for about 1.5-2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  7. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving.

Interesting Facts

  • Beer butt chicken is also known as beer can chicken, drunken chicken, or chicken in a can.
  • The beer in the can helps to keep the chicken moist and adds a subtle flavor to the meat.