How to Make Beer Can Chicken on the Grill | Weber Grills

This easy recipe for grilling a whole chicken doesn’t require any special equipment - just a can of your favorite beer. Grill lover Mike Lang shows us his recipe for beer can chicken on the grill, charcoal or gas.
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[@5SolasBBQ]

Keep it up Weber! There will be those who will argue the style, but cooking like this 2-3 times a year didn’t hurt my 90yr old grandpa 😎

[@markgroesbeck1281]

You make something as simple as grilling a chicken funny and fun! Thank you!

[@garyhafer7983]

Very nice, Mike. Thanks for the reminders and some great takes on whole chicken.

[@joshdelreal626]

Surprised he didn’t use the Weber beer can chicken holder they make to demonstrate this recipe

[@edwardescamilla2473]

Do open the beer or does it pop open with heat

[@brandashusband]

Question ... actually two questions. I didn't notice if the grill lid was on .. is this necessary to make beer can chicken? And ... can I do this with my Weber Smokey Joe 14" grill?

[@piratecaptain4941]

Thankyou for info and being beer drinkin man 🍻

[@ronaldyeater3322]

I've found sodas evaporated too fast, idk if that's why used beer? But works, don't taste difference anyway lol

[@drivin69]

sounds like a masterful created recipe and good times that are bound two fallow... bravo...weber charcoal fire and a whole chicken.... bravo.

[@zemitram1779]

For family

[@getout116]

What heat setting should you use for your gas grill and cool for the hour and change?

[@rhythmfield]

Yeah major and surprising weak spot in this video

[@askdhuwuw]

Should the evaporating paint be of a concern?

[@Naltddesha]

I’ve wondered about that too. Or the lining of the can as the beer boils

[@mizzle1788]

Grab that hot can of beer and drink it 😂 I forget sometimes about tenting the top nice tip

[@Steve6599a1]

The weber grills tend to not have a lot of height to them.....does the lid close without hitting the top?

[@GrillwithWeber]

Yes, it does close without hitting the top!

[@vincentberry553]

Did you put the top on?

[@bighardman33]

U forgot to plug the neck hole with a potato or onion. The fluid in the can just goes straight out the top

[@cherylgates3512]

Looks good but I didn't see the finished product

[@thirstbuster78]

15 minutes to grill potatoes? That seems.. way too short.

[@fredwiley3731]

Maybe parboil first, then crisp them up on the grill? Yes 15 min seems short.

[@thirstbuster78]

FRED WILEY They look raw. I think it was a mistake.

[@kaianalytics]

How does the cover fit over the chicken?

[@GrillwithWeber]

We suggest a smaller bird to fit below the lid.

[@ChicagoScorpion411]

You forgot the absolute best poultry seasoning ever made--Weber Beer Can Chicken Seasoning.

[@Naltddesha]

I dont believe I’ve had seasoning by Weber I didnt like yet. Chicken Chicken and their roasted garlic seasoning is incredible

[@Assenayo]

Is the lid on the Weber Q tall enough for this?

[@GrillwithWeber]

Hi! Unfortunately, the Q lid is not tall enough for a beer can chicken.

[@ericmorong1188]

Do you empty any of the beer at all, or just pop the tab and leave it full?

[@GrillwithWeber]

Yes! Pour a little out (for yourself)! Let us know if you have any other questions!

[@carsongoodman5581]

I pour half of it out and put onions and seasonings in it aswell

[@larrywilliams1209]

Maybe let it rest for 15 to 30 minutes before carving. Use a ceramic chicken holder instead of the can. My chicken holder allows 12 Oz. Of beer.

[@juicyfruit4378]

Jesus! I thought Vin Diesel was making beer chicken

[@robertsharman3599]

What! Not showing the Weber Chicken Roaster from the Gourmet system?! Sheesh

[@ferstuck37]

I am still trying to figure out my Webber gas grill, anyone have an idea on temp for chicken

[@Betoven81]

Did you figure it out?

[@hwaters9330]

I didn't use a pan underneath the beer can chicken and placed directly on the grill. The chicken caught on fire....what did I do incorrectly? I even used the Weber Poultry Roaster.

[@choddo]

I think maybe what you did incorrectly was not using a pan underneath the chicken.

[@M1K3YA1]

​@@choddo LOL

[@JJ-rf7dg]

what does the beer can do to the chicken?

[@GrillwithWeber]

As the beer heats up, it provides moisture and flavor! Mmmm. :)

[@JJ-rf7dg]

@@GrillwithWeber I'm gonna try it.

[@GrillwithWeber]

Let us know how it turns out! Happy grilling :)

[@Veterans_for_Harris]

Gamma Bomb IPA from Warped Wing in Dayton Ohio.

[@stevethea5250]

0:27

[@gm8629]

Only clicked because I thought that was Toretto 😂

[@hyjacker]

Isn’t there a plastic lining in your beer can? Ugh

[@scottie1538]

Why not use the smokefire? Oh yeah it sucks

[@ThePocketDog1]

Personally I would recommend NOT using a beer can, instead empty it in to a purpose made stainless steel beer can roaster stand. Heating aluminium will release more chemicals (although its yet to be proven to be dangerous - however aluminium is linked to Alzheimer's) , however I wouldn't risk it. Storing preserving and distributing in aluminium cans I'm sure would be fine, but heating them to these temperatures for prolonged periods then consuming it, I doubt will be good for you.

[@AleXvWaN]

Aluminum can contains water = beer and liquid temperature can raise only up to 100 Celsius.. so I don’t think that under that temperature some dangerous chemicals could be released.. IMO

[@Whizzer_]

I don’t open the can so it explodes into toxic shards of aluminium all thru the chicken - tastes so good tho!!

[@5SolasBBQ]

Auhhhh… This can be argued 😅. I will not start on almost everything you consume that is dangerous for you, and what else has aluminum in it. To each is own.

[@kj4726]

Don’t sit the chicken directly on a can. Seriously, don’t! Why? Chemicals in the can, inks, etc. You don’t want to eat that.

[@Drew206619]

Gotta baste it with melted garlic butter mixed with soy sauce