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I stumbled upon this beer can chicken recipe years ago, and it's been my go-to for summer cookouts ever since. Combining juicy roasted chicken with crispy baked potatoes on an insta-rack, this dish never fails to impress. Cracking open a cold one isn't just for drinking anymore - it's the secret to keeping your bird moist and flavorful. Plus, there's something oddly satisfying about seeing a chicken perched atop a beer can. Trust me, once you try this method, you'll wonder why you ever roasted chicken any other way.
Ingredients for Beer Can Chicken and Baked Potatoes
- Whole chicken: Essential for the main dish, provides juicy meat and crispy skin when grilled upright with beer can.
- Can of beer: Adds moisture and flavor to the chicken while helping it stay moist and tender during grilling.
- Large potatoes: Perfect side dish, baked to fluffy perfection, complements the chicken with a crispy skin and soft interior.
Essential Tools for Making This Insta-Rack Recipe
- Grill: Essential for cooking the beer can chicken and baked potatoes to perfection with that delicious smoky flavor.
- Instant-read thermometer: Ensures the chicken is cooked through and safe to eat without overcooking.
Beer Can Chicken and Baked Potatoes on the Insta-Rack Recipe
Equipment
- Grill
- Insta-Rack
Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken
- 1 can beer
- 4 large potatoes
- Olive oil for rubbing potatoes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Your favorite seasoning blend for chicken
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Instructions:
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Wash and dry the whole chicken. Season the chicken inside and out with salt, pepper, and your favorite seasoning blend.
- Open the can of beer and take a few sips (or pour out a bit) to make room for the chicken.
- Carefully slide the chicken onto the beer can, so it stands upright with the can inside the cavity.
- Rub the potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Place the chicken on the Insta-Rack on the grill, along with the potatoes.
- Close the lid and cook for about 1 hour or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the potatoes are tender.
- Remove from the grill and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before carving.
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Prep Ahead and Storage Tips
Make Ahead Instructions
- Season the chicken as directed and place it on the beer can. Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before grilling.
- Prepare the potatoes by rubbing them with oil and salt. Store them in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to grill.
Freezing Instructions
- Season the chicken and place it on the beer can. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil before freezing for up to 2 months.
- For the potatoes, parboil them for a few minutes, then cool and freeze in a single layer on a baking sheet. Once frozen, transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container.
One interesting fact about this beer can chicken recipe is that the beer not only adds moisture to the chicken but also helps create a flavorful steam that infuses the meat as it cooks. This unique cooking method results in juicy and tender chicken with a hint of beer flavor. Enjoy!
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