Beer Can Chicken | Grilled Chicken Recipe

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[@Miguel-ez6sh]

Kent has so much decency and respect that he'll take his own hat off to keep a friend dry in the rain, even if that friend is a dead chicken with a can of beer stuffed inside it.

[@philt5782]

right on

[@danimal0921]

It seems to me that the least he can do is keep the rain off of that poor little yardbird...seein' how he done shoved a beer can up its butt! 🤪🤣

[@bygblokchevy9102]

I'm hoping that break as you "supposedly poured half that beer down the drain allowed you to pour it down your throat. 😅

[@TheRealdeel73]

well the seasoning would wash off so...yeah

[@loveoneanother3175]

I love how you always give them pups a bite!!

[@RedRoseSeptember22]

Gotta feed the fur babies ♥

[@loveoneanother3175]

@@RedRoseSeptember22 yes maam! I have five dogs two are rescues but I couldn’t let them go so now I have 5 🐶💙

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks for saving some pups, and for watching

[@loveoneanother3175]

@@CowboyKentRollins no problem! God Bless!

[@quycksylver4822]

I always love the sound effects whenever Kent has to go rummaging for something off screen--especially the cat yowling, lol. The recipe looks really yummy too!

[@RedRoseSeptember22]

The cow mooing got me lol :D

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@danaowen9014]

@@RedRoseSeptember22 the squealing pig sound got me.

[@DestroBB]

A Fosters beer can works great as well. The extra diameter really helps to keep it stable.

[@alexanderkupke920]

For those in europe, a can of Faxe might be even more stable (and you be glad not to actually drink that stuff). Only getting the bird on that can could be a bit of a stretch...

[@deliberatelycasualasmr8256]

You da man

[@therealunclassified]

I use iron maiden the trooper. It's a flagrant beer. Not much of a fan of drinking it but as soon as I drank it I knew this is being used for cooking.

[@meligoth]

My mom's version was the only time she ever named a dish she cooked. "Pollo borracho" Sounds much cooler when you are a kid.

[@Rickolee]

I had already started making mine. I was 10 minutes from putting it on the grill. Now I got to stop and see if I'm doing it right.

[@alaskanwhiskey]

Been watching this channel for months, always cool to see someone out in the country teaching true cooking! Alaskan grown myself! Keep up the good work! Salute from Mexico

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks for watching

[@alaskanwhiskey]

@@CowboyKentRollins appreciate the comment brother 💪🏾

[@3SevenStangVids]

my mom used to make this once every other week growing up. It's amazing how tender and juicy it turns out. She used Budweiser all the time

[@stevemartin6273]

I tried this yesterday, and it was by far the best chicken I have ever made. Moist, tender, and just the the right about of spicey flavor. I did add a few strips of bacon to it as well, which was delicious. Hats off to Mr. Kent for this recipe!

[@donaldsingleton2161]

Trying this out Sunday my wife wants this

[@Vishalsinghyt1980]

I wish my wife was talking to me

[@alexwells4839]

@@Vishalsinghyt1980 I wouldn’t suggest using the KZbin comment section as your therapist

[@Vishalsinghyt1980]

@@alexwells4839 looking for free therapy

[@liamwill83]

Tell her it might sting a bit, maybe start with bottles 1st.

[@brendynfindlay9251]

Talk to her and listen.

[@John-cr7gb]

"Make sure you get everybody greased up well.".....good life lesson there!

[@elkabong662]

I picked up a mini fridge at a yard sale. I grabbed a small desktop fan at Wally World. I dry my chicken off with paper towels then place it in the fridge with the fan inside blowing on it. I air dry it for a few hours before grilling. Great crisp skin.

[@nicolew6904]

That's a great idea! I hate putting raw meat in the fridge, uncovered.

[@TatenStamm]

My dad used to make Beer Can Chicken for the 4th when I was a kid. Nice to see you putting something like this up.

[@augustinr.clermont4710]

Kent you represent everything that's right about America, God bless you and God bless America.

[@davephillips7550]

We been doing those for years. I season the inside also and put an onion chunk in the neck and pin the skin rotate every 30 min . I use the holders and put it in a piepan with some beer. Cheers Kent

[@ANSWERTHECALLOFJESUSCHRIST]

First time I heard this accent was when I joined the US Army. 15 years after ETSing, I still miss it. 🥲 It always meant good news regardless of the miserable situation we were in. Someone with that accent always saved the day. Weird but true.

[@Nexy9]

This is the most wholesome channel on KZbin. God bless this man. 🌞🇺🇲

[@NealonPerkins]

Thank you for Mentioning our veterans.You're a quality person and I love your videos

[@jimmieflood4649]

Ok...who else would gladly listen to a CD of Cowboy Kent singing old country classics? (raises hand)

[@bonniepwtf]

Me🙋

[@mikeblair3499]

The man would make a mint if he made an audiobook version of Buffalo Bill's 'Story of the Wild West and Camp Fire Chats'

[@Troutbert]

I’d buy 10 copies just cuz

[@bonniepwtf]

@@Troutbert Ditto

[@syahnazjais3766]

me

[@davemarcus5885]

Thank you sir... I'm a retired Marine from the Gulf war.... Great show.. I love beer can chicken so moist

[@frost15693]

thank you for your service

[@tonyricketts5569]

I did a whole turkey this way one time. Put the beer in a 46 ounce juice can. Worked like a charm.

[@ericarandall2692]

I love how Duke and The Beag backed up when Mr. Rollins started dancing. ❤️

[@godemperorofmankind5874]

Kent: ‘pour in there some Clove’ **Somewhere** Townsend: ‘Did you add Nutmeg?’

[@Geekdom101]

Love this channel

[@alipoon4854]

I discovered this channel literally just now, fancy seeing you here I watch your channel all the time lol

[@Colei0]

Makes me hungry every damn time

[@nickforsythe6379]

Love this channel: indeed.

[@derekdavis8054]

Damn big d funny you here...love this guy..this is a real chef...

[@MrKevin486]

What lmao. What a treat to stumble on geekdom here of all places

[@eddyflo2978]

We all need someone who gives us as much love/care as Ken gives that chiken

[@Celtics-fj5le]

Nothing like having the dogs, friends and family in the backyard while the smoker works it's magic

[@CowboyKentRollins]

For sure

[@carole8312]

Completely agree 👍 👍

[@mountainpatriothomestead]

I've been debating what to throw on the grill this weekend and I may just have to get some our chickens liquored up. 😄 HAVE A WONDERFUL INDEPENDENCE DAY!

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Hope you enjoy

[@flushed8510]

One of my favorite summer recipes, my mom taught me a nice spin on the recipe: you take a tall boy of beer, empty half of it into a cup (to drink of course) then replace the missing volume with ginger ale or lemonade.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Sounds good

[@thomasgold-1000]

SO good to see that good ol’ America ain’t done yet!!! Thanks so much… ❤️

[@aswarrior6365]

Cooked this for my parents and they loved it

[@lesd7583]

I hope you have kids that appreciate you and carry on your attitude. The world needs more of this!

[@robfohl]

Looks great Mr Rollins.. I retired last week, will have more time now to try alot of your recipes!

[@alaskanwhiskey]

Congrats brother retired myself 25 though. Hope you enjoy it!

[@robfohl]

@@alaskanwhiskey Thanks . Turned 70, Im done with 9 to 5.. take care friend..

[@alaskanwhiskey]

@@robfohl I agree, 9-5 is a pain these days

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks for watching and congrats on the retirement

[@MichaelRei99]

You waited too long.

[@jsiegel5234]

Beer can chicken I’ve been cooking them for years.I put apple juice in with hot sauce in can . Delicious thank you for reminding me I need to cook one soon

[@christopherprichard4952]

My Goodness Kent... Another superior grilling video with the added value of simple instruction combined with purpose. I greatly appreciate your Salute to the Service Members and your Nations Pride. Be well and God Bless.

[@Stevenowski]

Speaking of Kentucky Fried Chicken, I ate 12 pieces of it today! It was on my bucket list for a while.

[@MichaelRei99]

😂

[@richardwood262]

I have tons of Sand Plums in my west pasture, they worked well. My alfalfa and brome has enjoyed the rain my Hesston 310 is ready to go to work. My wife loved this recipe of course I enjoyed the rest of the beer.

[@psychotropictraveler514]

Now this brings me back, my grandpa used to cook this on the grill. Good stuff 👍

[@justinrequena1400]

Honestly I’m watching the 3rd season of Barbecued on Netflix and you’re on it so cool! I’m a grill man myself and appreciate the time you put in your videos Kent!

[@anthonybillups5203]

They say that you learn something new every day. And with you Kent this is true. Thanks for the wonderful video.

[@petrosgheresus5420]

Your videos and Recipes have kept my family and friends happily fed! Keep up the great work Kent! Cooking this today!

[@anasofiavargas5921]

Yummmm thank you for blessing us with another recipe folks ! 🥰🥰

[@paulalaye6428]

Wowser Kent you have certainly excelled yourself this afternoon with the Beer can Bird, looks soooooooo good, love u Paula inuk

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks Paula for watching

[@blastingsound]

My Choofi (uncle) made this when i was a kid lol asked me to grab a piece, went for the wing, and the bone slid right out of the chicken X,D this still one of the best Cookout/BBQ dishes

[@RobertGarcia-wb4hy]

Absolutely love this guy. What a class act, and amazing food, too.

[@TimKoehn44]

Always great videos of awesome food. Keep up the great work Kent and Shannon!

[@threecedarshomestead1330]

I have a stainless steel chicken roaster that has a tray, support (no tipping over, no matter hiw drunk the chicken gets!) and a can with a perforated screw on top to put the beer, wine, juice, whiskey, or whatever in. No plastic liner inside, or paint on the outside of the can to worry about getting into the bird.

[@chamikid]

This is what’s coming right up I’m our household. Thank you Kent God Bless you and your family❤

[@bbqem]

I like to add 1 or 2 tablespoons of Zatarain's liquid shrimp and crab boil seasoning in the beer. That gives it so much flavor!

[@wolfpredator5226]

Gotta love Mr Rollins passion He Cooked in the Rain for us yall

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks for watching

[@franciscocampos458]

Not only do I look forward to ur videos but also for ur prayers ! Thank you Kent Rollins

[@NonyaDamnbusiness]

God bless you, Mr. Rollins. You make these look so easy and following the recipes does make it easy. The hardest part for me was getting my cast iron frying pan seasoned but now I refuse to make scrambled eggs without it. Every. Morning. I love scrambled eggs. Going to have to try making this beer can chicken soon.

[@montyswoodworkscrafts2232]

One of my favourite ways to cook chicken, whole family love it. Usually do it with a craft beer rather than a lite ale.

[@Rock_Aranda_House]

😁 The sound effects always makes me laugh and I enjoy seeing you dance the Cowboy Chef Shuffle. 😁

[@jarheadshooter6452]

Kent I love all of your videos they all remind me of growing up in Ok. I am trying to keep up but I had a recent fall and damaged my eye. Right now I am hearing you and seeing little. Every thing you say about what you are cooking has my mouth watering!

[@bowhunter12561]

I love just watching you grill and cook Kent! Your channel make me hungry everytime I watch it. God Bless and have a happy 4th

[@beeer421]

I used to make this fairly often quite a few years ago. I always understood the beer is just supposed to add more moisture to the inside of the chicken. I never would have thought to flavor the beer. You the man.

[@LoneStarBackpacker]

I use a church key to put several holes in the top of the can.

[@FrequencyX-jw9ix]

Kent, I've been following your videos and style for years and confessed to you that you are making me a hero in the Kitchen and on the grille. But this Beer Can Chicken recipe has put me over the top. I did substitute here and there. I used apple butter jelly mixed in with the glaze. It came out a masterpiece. I bought the chicken can holder on Amazon. You Sir, are the king of the Pit.

[@bobbymcquoid6791]

Great video brotha ..as always much respect to Rollins family from Canada 🇨🇦..

[@CowboyKentRollins]

I appreciate that Bobby, Thanks for watching

[@bobbymcquoid6791]

@@CowboyKentRollins Your videos are always a good thing .. you and shannon do more than just cook you show whoever is watching that there are still good people walking mother earth thank you for that

[@hddm3]

I really like your spices kent. And the mesquite spatula. Thanks again

[@CowboyKentRollins]

So glad you are enjoying them

[@alyshal9853]

Looks great (as always!) Thank you Mr. Rollins for all your recipes and humor!!

[@CowboyKentRollins]

You are so welcome

[@kiefer7565]

@@CowboyKentRollins Thanks Cowboy Kent love your videos they really do help me when I'm down at times hope u an Mrs Shannon doin well and the beags and the Duker

[@scottamori3188]

I love making beer can chicken. The glaze is what I have to try next. I like a hoppy beer for some additional spice in the bird, too.

[@RandyH400]

Good show and Great to see the pups!

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

Definitely a great recipe. Love them beer can chickens. Thanks for sharing with us Kent . Shannon,you’re doing a great job with everything around there. We can tell Kent keeps you busy 🤣. You all have a great weekend. Fred. 🙏🏻🙏🏻👍👍👏🏻👏🏻👋👋

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks Fred and God bless you my friend

[@leah73574]

I just find this yesterday and this channel became my favorite channel right now

[@SeamusM]

Been making them for years, but this one looks like a real winner. Goinna try this recipe out for sure.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Hope you enjoy

[@unclejohn1053]

I've made a basic version of this a few times. I like the idea of glazing. I've always faced the breast meat away from the fire. Thanks Cowboy!

[@galememeeof6688]

Looks delicious! I bet I would have friends if I cooked this in my yard. Amazing. I didn't realize how long ago Chopped was but I haven't watched TV in over 5 years. So glad you're on You Tube.

[@brightspacebabe]

“Give it a little more greasin’....love to learn cookin from you Uncle Kent! May you and yours have a blessed Fourth!🇺🇸

[@12gaugegunnut]

Looking good. Great video as always. Chomping at the bit waiting for the release of ole Bertha. Looking forward to seeing it.

[@chicagorandy]

Looks terrific! Thanks for the tips to make a nice sweet and flavorful glaze.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

My pleasure

[@detroitredneckdetroitredne6674]

Hello from Detroit Michigan brother thank you for what you do and your knowledge and expertise and GOD-BLESS BROTHER

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks for watching and God Bless you

[@pwrplnt1975]

The best cooking channel on the NET!! God Bless!

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks for watching and God bless you

[@mikepoint4983]

Kent , I love your channel and your positive energy . Cheers

[@bobsontag7931]

Kent and Shan, you are so much fun, Thank you!

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks for watching

[@bryanhayes9728]

Beer-butt chicken!! Been waiting for your version of this, and your dancing is a bonus!

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks for watching

[@kinadafurry7353]

My dad make beer can chicken with a paps blue ribbon a galic salt chili powder a a Weber grill branded chicken rub mixes it gets a giant needle and injects the chicken with it and it is the BOMB!!!

[@davidpatsko1237]

Hey Kent, we saw you last night at the Huckabee Show taping. It was nice to see you, wish they spent time talking with you during the show. Hoping to come to one of your book signings soon, God bless you brother!

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Good folks they are, would have been great to visit with you

[@johnreidroberts2838]

Johnny Bush is one of my favorite country music vocalist! I’m so happy you referenced him!

[@PsyHun33]

Happy 4th of July!! I love your recipes thanks for sharing them with the world.

[@WarpFactor999]

Hi Kent! Great video. You have a wonderful crew helping with your productions! Give 'em an extra pat for us. Great recipe! I always use 1 part mesquite to 4 parts hickory and/or applewood, otherwise the mesquite overwhelms the other flavors. Love your Texas country cooking (I'm in TX).

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks for watching

[@Grillers9]

Thanks for the videos, my dad was from hollis and this kind of reminds me of him when i watch the videos.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks for watching

[@Keith80027]

Love the video with all the extras in sound effects and b roll. I guess I have to thaw out a chicken and do this!

[@FireShine-ss4sb]

That is some amazing food chemistry going on. The alcohol with the seasonings, oil based, going through the meat and cant get out with the glaze seal on the skin. This is better eating than for kings of the 16th century. Nice attention to details and still kept simple. I have to watch this one a few times to never forget it. Thanks Kent.

[@ontheone9559]

Oh my goodness! Looks like a little slice of heaven right there!

[@demonmaster6668]

my two favorites beer and chicken

[@TheRealCobraBurnout]

Looked good. I'll have to try adding some goodies to the beer next time. I never done that. Nice Tip

[@ModelA]

I have heard of beer can chicken, but never really knew what it was. Thank you, brother Rollins! God bless you and Shannon.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

You are so welcome and God bless you

[@calebbolinger5703]

Best one yet Kent. I know what im making this weekend

[@pennyblack1970]

I always enjoy your videos. Your recipes always look yummy, and your sense of humor is like a breath of fresh air. Thanks for sharing, God bless, and happy 4th.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks for watching and God bless you

[@jgbullen]

We always smoke one of 2 turkeys or deep fry one to mix things up. You need to do this as long as you don't get the turkey stuck on your head like Mr. Bean. Bless you my friend.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks for watching and God bless you as well

[@jimt6151]

Love me some beer can chicken! And now, I've got a good use for my wild Chickasaw Plums that grow on my place!

[@animalscentral9484]

One of my favorites, been looking for the recipe...tnx.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Hope you enjoy

[@tamfur]

Love the sound effects!

[@phantom_crie]

I bought the ceramic stands now that you just pour the beer in they work great... before I found them I used to use a Foster's lager can the big ol round can it makes a sturdy base and your chicken won't tip over

[@philt5782]

Haven't done one in a while. Seeing this puts it on the Sunday menu.

[@DarkLordDovahkiin]

This man is national treasure

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks for watching

[@shrewdcritic83]

I miss that style of pollo with some bread

[@johnstrevel4568]

Kent, made that blackberry cobbler, Out of the oven, gave some to my bride. She gave me that OMG look, and asked me if we had ice cream. The cobbler was still warm when I got back from Kroger.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Glad yall enjoyed

[@wingerj1125]

HEADS UP! A lot of the beer companies are using a super thin plastic coating type of liner in their aluminum cans now days. When you do this you should really use a steel/tin soup/bean can.

[@jbackerus]

The chicken insulates the can of beer. Never gets over the internal temperature of the chicken (160 degrees).

[@BJSmith-ll3uw]

The coating is used in all tin cans used for food.