Roasted Beer Can Chicken

Ingredients

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  Beer Can Chicken w/ Sammy Moniz

• 1

  Season chicken generously with Traeger Chicken Rub, including inside the cavity.

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  Ingredients

  • 1 Whole (3-5 lb) chicken

  • As Needed Traeger Chicken Rub

• 2

  Tuck the wing tips back.

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• 3

  When ready to cook, set Traeger to 350℉ and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes.

  Grill: 350 ˚F

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• 4

  Open the can of beer and set the chicken on top of the beer. Make sure all but the bottom 1-1/2 inch of the beer can is in the cavity of the chicken. Tip: you can also place the beer can directly on the grill grates, then place the chicken on top.

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  Ingredients

  • 1 Can beer

• 5

  Place the entire chicken and beer can directly on the grill grate. Cook for 60 to 75 minutes, or until the internal temperature registers 165℉ in the thickest part of the breast.

  Grill: 350 ˚F

  Probe: 165 ˚F

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• 6

  Remove from the grill and onto a sheet tray and let rest 5 to 10 minutes. Before carving, lay the bird on its back and remove the beer can. Carve and enjoy!

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