Beer Can Roasted Chicken with Limes and Cilantro
Posted by Henry Andrews
Cilantro, Salt, Paprika, Chicken, Lime, Black Pepper, Olive Oil, Garlic Powder
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Beer Can Roasted Chicken with Limes and Cilantro Recipe
This Beer Can Roasted Chicken is a unique and flavorful way to grill a whole chicken. The beer can helps to keep the chicken moist, and the spices and herbs add flavor. The lime and cilantro add a zesty, fresh flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 chicken, whole
- 1 litre of beer
- 1 lime, sliced
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp garlic powder
Time Needed
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour, 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high.
- Remove any giblets or excess fat from the chicken and clean and dry it.
- Combine the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a small mixing bowl.
- Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken, including the cavity and under the skin.
- Open the beer can and take a few sips (or pour out about 1/4 of it).
- Place the beer can on a flat surface and carefully lower the chicken onto it, ensuring that the can is inside the cavity and the chicken is standing upright.
- Arrange the lime slices and cilantro around the chicken's base.
- Transfer the chicken and beer can to the grill, and place it over indirect heat.
- Cook for 60-75 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, covered on the grill.
- Take the chicken and beer can off the grill and set aside for 10 minutes before carving and serving.
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