Beer Can Chicken on the Weber Grill

[bobwatters]

why not cook the chicken to 165?

[Kangos7]

do you open the beer all the way with a can opener or just open it normally?By the way would the type of beer make the chicken taste better?

[BBQMyWay]

@Kangos7 I drink half of the beer and use the other half. Yes, I open it all the way. I don't think the type of beer makes a huge difference. Let me know how yours turns out.

[laudel7]

Did you put the lid on? Or leave it off

[BBQMyWay]

@laudel7 The lid is definitely on.

[teddyhoy]

thanks !

[teddyhoy]

can u put the lid on ? ive got a 22 performer should it work ?

[BBQMyWay]

@teddyhoy Yes....just don't get a huge chicken...I typically do two smaller ones at the same time now.

[johnnyr2961]

I've been looking at your vids recently, it's a shame I found them after I moved from Indiana. You have a sweet ass house, I knew you were high rolling but in the beginning of this vid I saw the house behind you. You balla mofo!

[naughtytosweet]

i think Chops is cute, lol....Bye Chops

[BBQMyWay]

@naughtytosweet Chops thinks you are cute too. He says "buh bye naughtytosweet!"

[shanegalang2]

You burned the woods chips before you put the chicken on? wtf?

[BBQMyWay]

@shanegalang2 Correct-oh-moondo. People mistakenly believe it's the smoke that adds the flavor, when in fact it's the hickory charcoal that is left behind. Actual smoke adds a bitterness.

[shanegalang2]

@BBQMyWay It depends on what wood you use with what meat and how much you use. Hickory is a strong, acrid smoke. I would use a mild fruit wood like cherry for a turkey. always soak chunks/ chips in HOT water. It allows the water to penetrate the wood after the hot water breaks down the fibers in the wood. It will then smolder, not burn.

[DaveLobeck]

@shanegalang2 Sorry, I totally disagree. I am a KCBS judge, and never do I see people soaking wood and smoking it. It's about the charcoal that you create after the wood burns to coals. That's where the flavor is regardless of the wood you use.

[shanegalang2]

@DaveLobeck i was basing my response on relentless research. I am definitely open to learn........I am surprised I havnt run across anything that suggest what your saying. but the more I think about it, the more it makes sense. So I dont want to put my meat on until the wood has burned down to coals?

[DaveLobeck]

@shanegalang2 That's my approach, although what makes BBQ so fun is everyone has their own techniques. All the competitive teams use woods that have been burnt down to charcoal. I have an authentic brick BBQ.  I render down wood to charcoal. Only then does it get moved under the meat. True BBQ units don't smoke. They emit a light blue haze.

[LennySkull]

my beer can chicken takes around 1 hour and 20 min. to 1 hour and 30. I like the coals on one side with this and also start with both birds facing there backs to the heat for half the time and then turn and face the breast side to the heat. need a good rub too, based on brown sugar, garic, and paprika.

[BlessingAll]

Failed to show what you do with the can contents and seasoning.

[BBQMyWay]

@BlessingAll I threw the beer away after the chicken was done. The seasoning could be anything.

[alichoturko]

best chicken ever.

[BBQMyWay]

@dantae666 It's the only one I have owned so far.

[BBQMyWay]

@dantae666 It is not really the "smoke," that adds the smoky flavor. It is the hickory that is cooked down to charcoal that actually imparts the flavor.

[Boes71]

Can you tell me what kind op temp meter that is at 2:03,love to have one

tnx

[BBQMyWay]

Weber 6438

[Eckarthausen]

What size Webber grill are you using?

[npadams19]

Where do you get the grate with the hinges on it? I have looked at most of the places that sell Weber grills, and haven't seen one for sale. It's obvious that you need one to properly cook with indirect heat.

[BBQMyWay]

Great question. That Weber is probably 15 years old. The new Webers have gone a bit cheaper, eliminating he hinging with an open area on both sides.

But rest assured while a bit more tedious, indirect grilling is still possible on the new Weber grills.

Thanks for stopping by!

[PeterGozenia]

Hey npadams -- BBQMyWay is mistaken - the "flip up sides" grill comes with the higher end Webers but also can be bought separately at Home Depot. I just bought the basic 22.5" grill and bought the flip up grill for $19. My first Weber recently bit the dust after 12 years out in the elements. I don't think Weber has cheapened the grills. The plastic handles are better than wood (my wood handles rotted off at 5 years), and the new bottom vent setup is far superior and probably cost more to make.

[BBQMyWay]

Peter...thanks for the info! I think it's time for me to buy a new Weber!

[bbbhhgg]

@npadams19 I SAW ONE AT TARGET

[lixmos]

I wonder how do you close the lid? I have a weber one touch grill just like yours, after the chicken stood up, there was no way to close the lid, not enough headroom clearance man. sucks

[BBQMyWay]

You certainly shouldn't get huge friers. Mine are around 3.5 to 4 lbs each. The lid barely fits. Maybe your Weber is a bit smaller than mine.

[38stallion]

Your videos are great and your chickens look better than the ones from the pit boys. He's a stupid hillbilly!!!

[BBQMyWay]

Based on how many views and subscribers they have the majority of BBQ fans might beg to differ. But, thanks for the kind words.

[DonWerner]

What's the name and model of the wireless thermometer you're using in this video?

[BBQMyWay]

I am embarrassed to tell you I can't recall.

[roughrider119]

Is that an 18" Weber grill or a 22"? Thanks.

[BBQMyWay]

I am pretty sure it is the 22 inch. I bought it so damn long ago I can't be sure, and I am too lazy to go measure it.

[THB79]

Cooking one today! I picked up a fresh fryer yesterday. By fresh, I mean at 10am it had feathers, at 11am, it did not. Last year I tried something different and did a beer-can turkey. Crazy, huh? Same concept but you'll need a Fosters, Tooey's, or some other large import can. I had to fashion a stand out of metal that resembles the kind for chickens. Yes, it's an all day affair w/ lots of coal & wood but worth it! And your right, makes incredible chicken (or turkey!) salad. - Spring,Tx.

[chickobama]

The lid to the Weber fits over the verticle chickens?

[BBQMyWay]

Absolutely. Cute name, btw. Thanks for stopping by?

[chickobama]

I know my name looks like chick Obama as in a girl who really supports the new president. However, the name was a weird attempt to provoke Alabama football fans. It has worked pretty well.

It is really Chicko bama.

[BBQMyWay]

Gotchya! Glad it's working!

[BBQMyWay]

This is definitely the most interesting post I have ever had on this website. Thanks for stopping by!

[MagicMan1104]

if i'm only cooking one chicken do i still cook it for 2-2 1/2 hours? and thanx for lettin me know why my grill opens on both ends.lol

[BBQMyWay]

2 hours should be fine, depending on how hot the fire is. You can tell when it's done by tugging on a leg. If it moves about freely and would be easy to pull off, it's done. Glad I could clue you in on the open grill ends!!!!

[hawkmanva]

next time dont stand in front of the light pole

[BBQMyWay]

It's a tree, but thanks for the suggestion.

[danmarjon]

hey, good post!! there are tons of videos on this great recipe but most of them are bad check out mine at danmarjon and if any of you have not tried this yet, you should it is awsome! and fun to make

[BBQMyWay]

Thank you very much.

[secretservgy]

Looks like some good eats. The camerca shutter click kinda gets annoying after a bit.

[BBQMyWay]

Our goal is not to irritate, but to entertain and spread the BBQ / grilling gospel. This was one of my first videos and I will admit I used the "shutter" sound effect a bit frequently.

[fetymann]

Is it possible to do this with a gas grill??? I'm looking to get the Weber Summit S-650 It has an optional smoker box.

[BBQMyWay]

Absolutely. Just set the grill up for indirect heat. I would also make sure the grill is large enough to allow a chicken to sit on the can and still close the lid entirely. The key is the steaming of the beer into the chicken. Let me know how it goes.

[bm5447]

Charcoal grilling is so much funner! Just go out and by the Weber Performer charcoal grill! I highly reccomend it! Great lookin chicken!

[cfb30]

Make sure you season the INSIDE of the yardbird, too.

[bcustomer]

Nice recipe..slightly overdone by about 15 mins but very tasty nonetheless.

Leftovers were excellent the next day served cold.

[BBQMyWay]

Glad you liked it. I'm sure it was still moist with the steaming affect from the beer.

[bcustomer]

Me and the missus will be trying this one out shortly....down under style that is, with "REAL" beer lol.

Good vid dude, I'll update our results tommorrow.

Cheers mate.

[BBQMyWay]

I will admit the beer I used was a but weak.  I have wondered if an ale would make a difference. Let me know how it goes!

[jimslownsteady]

Hey have you tried natural chunk charcoal instead of briquets? They burn a bit hotter and you can add them during cooking without worrying about bitter taste from wax in the briquets.

[BBQMyWay]

I have used them and I love them. I have to make a special trip to buy them, so sometimes I just don't have them on hand.

[OregonVet]

These are available pretty much everywhere now. Cheap at a catering supply store such as Gordon's Food Service. Also that chicken needs to rest before carved as well as taken out before 180.

[fatboy3939]

well lemme tell you. I've never had better service than I received from the smokenator dude. If you buy one make sure and get the hover grill also, Im gonna make pizza on my hover grill today.

[BBQMyWay]

Sounds to me like you are an "agent" of "the smokenator dude." I like doing pizza over direct coals. Refer to my pizza video.

[fatboy3939]

u should always shuv an onion into the top so the steam stays in, and id suggest that you invest in the smokenator 1000. I love my weber w/ it now.

[BBQMyWay]

Sometimes I do put quartered apples and onions in the cavity, but not when I do beer can chicken. I've seen the Smokenator 1000. Looks like an interesting addition to the Weber. Don't forget to subscribe!

[tcomden]

Good video! Inspirational!

What you don't say is that you drink half the beer in the can and then shove it up the open hole of the bird. As the bird cooks, the beer boils and steams the inside, which makes the meat moist and tender.

Some people might not understand that step from your video.

[BBQMyWay]

Good point! Sometimes what is obvious to one is a revelation for others. Maybe you should subscribe and keep me on my toes!

[averagebetty]

How many beers do you use if you are doing a turducken? Looks delicious!!!

[BBQMyWay]

Chops doesn't understand the nature of the question!