Smoked Beer-Can Chicken
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Bbq · 180 min · Chicken · dairy-free, keto, low-carb, high-protein
380 cal
38g protein
3g carbs
24g fat
per serving · estimated
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 lb whole chicken
- 1 can of lager beer
- 3/4 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tbsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tbsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 chunks apple wood chunks
Method (tap to check — screen stays awake)
- Pat the chicken dry and season inside and out with a rub of brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Open the beer, pour out half, and lower the chicken cavity over the can so the bird stands upright.
- Set the smoker to 300°F with apple wood chunks and stand the chicken on the grate.
- Smoke until the breast reaches 160°F and the thigh reaches 175°F, about 2.5 hours.
- Carefully lift off the can and rest the chicken 15 minutes before carving.
Nutrition figures are estimates. Verify allergens on every ingredient label before cooking.
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