Step

• Step 1

  Tuck the wing tips back and truss the chicken legs together. Season chicken generously with Traeger Chicken Rub, including the cavity.

  Ingredients

  • 5 Pound whole chicken

  • As Needed Traeger Chicken Rub

• Step 2

  Open the can of beer and set the chicken on top of the beer. Make sure all but the bottom 1-1/2” of the beer can is in the cavity of the chicken.

  Ingredients

  • 1 Can beer

• Step 3

  When ready to cook, set the Traeger to 350℉ (175 C) and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes.

  350 ˚F / 177 ˚C

• Step 4

  Place chicken on a sheet tray and place directly on the grill grate. Cook for 60-75 minutes or until the internal temperature registers 165℉ (75 C) in the thickest part of the breast.

  01:15

  350 ˚F / 177 ˚C

  165 ˚F / 74 ˚C

• Step 5

  Remove from the grill and let rest 5-10 minutes before carving. Serve. Enjoy!