Gut Friendly Beer Can Chicken
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4 servings
For the chicken
- 1 whole chicken (3.5–4 lb)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
For the dry rub
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper
- ½ tsp dried thyme
For the beer can
- 1 can (12 oz) lager or pale ale beer
Ingredient noteGut friendly eating may limit alcohol because it can irritate the gut, but here the beer is only a cooking liquid that is thrown away rather than eaten, so very little reaches you and it is likely fine. If you prefer to always avoid beer, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp garlic powder
For serving
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the grill for indirect heat: on a gas grill, light the outer burners to medium-high (about 375–400°F / 190–205°C) and leave the center burner off; on a charcoal grill, bank the coals to both sides and leave the center clear. Close the lid and let the grill come to temperature.
- 2
In a small bowl, combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, 1 tsp kosher salt, black pepper, cayenne, and dried thyme. Stir until evenly mixed.
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