Beer Can Chicken – The Cookie Rookie®


Fire up the grill! This Beer Can Chicken comes out perfectly cooked and super tender. Seasoned with a host of spices, it’s such a delicious and fun BBQ dish!

beer can chicken on a plate

Chicken on a Can of Beer

This chicken on a can of beer is our new go to way of grilling chicken! It makes for such an easy dinner option, perfect for summer parties and family BBQ’s. Kids and adult are going to adore this flavor packed chicken!

Looking for more BBQ recipes? Why not also try my St. Louis Grilled Ribs Recipe and my Mexican Corn on the Cob.

Why You’ll Love this Beer Can Chicken on the Grill:

  • JUICY: The steam from the beer can makes sure the chicken is super tender and juicy so it melts in your mouth.
  • CRISPY SKIN: The chicken is covered in a mix of spices and comes out super crispy and flavorful.
  • EASY: So easy! Rub with pantry staples spices then pop on the beer can and grill!

If you’re looking for a healthy BBQ main, then look no further than this flavor packed beer can chicken!

large serving platter filled with chicken cut and pulled into pieces

close up on pieces of grilled beer can chicken

How to Make Beer Can Chicken

Be sure to see the recipe card below for full ingredients & instructions!

  1. Rub olive and the spice mixture all over the chicken.
  2. Set the chicken on the can of beer and grill.
  3. Allow to rest, slice, serve and enjoy!
step by step photos showing how to make beer can chicken
What’s the benefit of cooking chicken on a beer can?

A can of beer props the chicken up on the grill so that it cooks more evenly and doesn’t need to be flipped. Leaving the beer can half full steams the inside of the bird, leading to tender, juicy meat.

What’s the best beer to use for beer can chicken?

Use whatever beer you have on hand. There’s no need to use a fancy beer because it’s only steaming the meat, not marinading it.

Do I have to use a beer for beer can chicken?

Definitely not! You can use a 12-ounce can of soda or juice instead. You can also use a vegetable or bean can. Remove the label before cooking, and bring the chicken juice-soaked veggies or beans to a boil on the stovetop at the end to make a tasty side.

Can I make beer can chicken in the oven?

Absolutely! Preheat the oven to 350°F and place the seasoned beer can chicken in a large roasting pan. Bake the chicken until the juices run clear and the breasts register 165°F, about 65 minutes.

Can I use a bigger chicken to make beer can chicken?

I don’t recommend using a chicken larger than 5 pounds because the beer can may not be able to adequately support a bigger bird.

Serving Suggestions

This scrumptious chicken can be served with all kinds of yummy sides. Here are some favorites:

This chicken is so tender and flavorful, you can have it with sides, roll it up in a wrap or shred and smother with BBQ sauce. It’s the chicken that keeps on giving!

close up on pieces of chicken
close up on beer can chicken

Storage Instructions

Store leftover beer can chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Remove the meat from the bones and let cool fully before storing.

Freezing Instructions

Freeze leftover beer can chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Remove the meat from the bones and let cool fully before storing.

Make It A Meal

  • Serve beer can chicken with mashed potatoes and grilled veggies to make a complete meal.
  • Shred beer can chicken and use it in soups, on top of salads, or in tacos.
  • Leftovers are great mixed with a little mayonnaise and piled into sandwiches.

Oven Instructions

To bake beer can chicken in the oven, preheat the oven to 350°F. Place the chicken on the beer can and set it in a deep-walled roasting pan. Bake the chicken until the juices run clear and the breasts register 165°F, about 65 minutes.

close up on a plate of sliced, grilled chicken

Beer can chicken is healthy, delicious and such an easy BBQ recipe! The steamed beer turns the chicken super moist and juicy, the seasoned skin becomes ultra crispy and flavor packed – it’s a total winner of a chicken dinner!

If you make this recipe be sure to upload a photo in the comment section below or leave a rating. Enjoy!



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