# Beer Can Chicken
## Ingredients  
- `1` chicken about 3-4 pounds
- `1` can beer
- `3` tablespoons chicken seasoning
## Instructions 
Remove and discard any giblets inside the chicken.
Open the beer and empty half of the can (into a glass for the chef is fine!)
Combine the spice rub and massage over the chicken. Place the chicken over the beer can, legs down and place in a 9" cast iron skillet.
### To Grill
Preheat grill to medium heat, about 375F.
Place the cast iron skillet with the beer can and chicken directly the grill. Close the lid and allow to cook until tender and the chicken reaches 165F in the breast and 180F in the thigh. (Approximately 50-60 minutes).
Carefully remove from the grill, discard beer can and rest 10 minutes, tented with foil, before carving.
### To Bake
Preheat oven to 375F.
Place the cast iron skillet with the beer can chicken in the oven. Allow to cook until tender and the chicken reaches 165F in the breast and 180F in the thigh. (Approximately 45-60 minutes).
Carefully remove from the oven, discard beer can and rest 10 minutes, tented with foil, before carving.
## Notes
To make my favorite homemade chicken seasoning combine the following:
- `1.5` teaspoons each: basil, paprika, onion powder, rosemary, dry mustard
- `3/4` teaspoon each: ground thyme, black pepper, garlic powder
- `1/2` teaspoon salt or to taste

Servings: 6

Category: Meals

Link: https://www.spendwithpennies.com/beer-can-chicken/

Tags: Meat