Beer Can Chicken Recipe

1. Remove and discard any giblets inside the chicken.

2. Open the beer and empty half of the can.

3. Combine the spice rub and massage all over the chicken.

4. Place the chicken over the beer can, legs down, and place in a cast-iron skillet.

Grill:

1. Preheat grill to about 375 degrees F.

2. Place the cast iron skillet with the beer can and chicken directly on the grill.

3. Close the lid and allow to cook for approximately 50 to 60 minutes or until the chicken is tender. It should reach internal temperatures of 165 degrees F in the breast and 180 degrees F in the thigh.

4. Carefully remove from the grill, discard beer can, and allow to rest under tented foil for 10 minutes before carving.

Bake:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

2. Place the cast iron skillet with the beer can chicken in the oven.

3. Allow to cook for approximately 45 to 60 minutes or until the chicken is tender. It should reach internal temperatures of 165 degrees F in the breast and 180 degrees F in the thigh.

4. Carefully remove from the oven, discard beer can, and allow to rest under tented foil for 10 minutes before carving.