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Smoked Beer Can Chicken - Kamado Joe

Kamado Joe's Smoked Beer Can Chicken is the perfect way to cook up a delicious and moist bird. The beer can helps keep the chicken moist and infuses it with flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole chicken about 4 pounds
  • 1 can of beer 12 oz
  • Favorite BBQ rub
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil or vegetable oil

Equipment

  • Kamado Joe Smoker Or other smoker

Method
 

  1. Preheat your Kamado Joe grill to 225 degrees F.
  2. Remove the giblets from the chicken and rinse the bird inside and out with cold water. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
  3. Liberally apply the dry rub to the outside of the chicken, using your hands to massage it into the skin.
  4. Open the can of beer and pour out about 1/4 cup. Place the chicken on top of the can, so that it is standing upright.
  5. Drizzle the oil over the chicken and rub it all over the skin.
  6. Place the chicken on the grill, close the lid, and cook for 2-3 hours, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees F. This will depend on the size of your chicken.
  7. Remove from the grill and allow to rest for 5-10 minutes before carving and serving. Enjoy!