Flavor Infusion Beer Can Chicken Holder: BBQ Grill Game On
$13.98
Want to know a fun way to cook a whole chicken on the grill or in the oven? Try the popular BBQ beer can chicken (AKA beer butt chicken) method! Simply stick a partially-filled can of your favorite drink, like beer or soda, into the chicken’s cavity and grill or bake it upright. It’ll give your chicken a unique flavor and make mealtime more enjoyable.
What Beer Can Chicken Does:
- Moisture Infusion: As the chicken cooks, the liquid in the can heats up, creating steam that helps to keep the chicken moist from the inside out.
- Flavor Enhancement: The steam infuses the chicken with subtle flavors from the beer and any added herbs or spices.
- Even Cooking: Cooking the chicken upright allows heat to circulate more evenly around the bird, resulting in more uniform cooking.
How It Makes the Chicken Taste:
- Tender and Juicy: The steam from the beer keeps the meat tender and juicy, preventing it from drying out during the cooking process.
- Subtle Beer Flavor: While the beer flavor is not overwhelming, it adds a mild, malty sweetness and depth to the chicken. The specific flavors can vary depending on the type of beer used.
- Crispy Skin: The upright position allows the skin to become crispy and evenly browned, especially when cooked on a grill.
Additional Tips:
- Choose Your Beer Wisely: Lighter beers tend to work best, as darker beers can sometimes impart a bitter taste.
- Enhance the Flavor: You can add herbs, spices, garlic, or citrus to the beer can for extra flavor infusion.
- Ensure Stability: Make sure the chicken is stable on the can to prevent tipping during cooking.
Beer can chicken is a fun and flavorful way to cook a whole chicken, resulting in a deliciously moist and subtly flavored dish with crispy skin.