How to: Make Beer Can Chicken

Now that you've learned how to light a grill properly, it's time to learn how to make the ultimate summer BBQ crowd-pleaser: beer can chicken. Backyard grilling expert J. Pereira is back to teach us how to properly grill a bird that gets its flavor and moisture from a can of cheap beer. People may want to debate whether or not the beer can does anything, but with results this delicious, who really cares?
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[@raz3488]

remember to always use budweiser as it is 99% water and can steam better

[@sammogaming9732]

99% water, 1% piss

[@Cody_Person]

studweiser is a dual purpose beverage

[@bigdaddyglassen7223]

73% water is in humans, not 96. We are not cucumbers

[@MrVirobot]

Extreme Ice Cream sometimes I wonder if some people are cucumbers.

[@nicholaschoi7402]

MrVirobot yes, there's the vegetables in retirement homes

[@Asight2see]

The fact that he has a poker face this entire video makes it that much funnier

[@oc4515]

Asight2see made it boring

[@letitburnforever2122]

Hes stoned

[@drewjenn9819]

Dude, I was in stitches

[@skibbz0r]

That guy is chill as hell.

[@StikiFing4z]

King Crimsonnn!!

[@adrianr4095]

Smoke weed

[@calimatt24traxxas]

Because he’s probably buzzin

[@hanoimenace]

Bro is STONEDDDO

[@Yusufu82]

Pro tip: Add a couple garlic cloves to your 1/2 can of beer when cooking. Adds some good flavor.

[@TheDancerMacabre]

Yep! I dump out the beer, fill it halfway with water or broth and aromatics. Works great, especially with energy drink cans as they're a bit larger

[@WessCNY]

I bet that loose ass chicken was still like "It's my first time."

[@jessdragonify]

lol heard that one

[@user-xt7zs7tn1c]

Hilarious and original

[@dude4377]

WessCNY it dead

[@austinoldfield5251]

or it said " i never do this"

[@spacecowboyjoe17]

WessCNY Imao

[@simonolander3324]

I like the way this guy speaks, it's very comforting.

[@madness1383]

"beer in there, cant hurt right? more beer"

[@Abthebest13]

lol it sounds like the guy just came up with this minues before making the video

[@SeeIn2D]

Reading some of the comments, why are some people getting so offended by this guy and what he's doing haha. He's actually one of the most chill laid back guys they've ever had on this channel.

[@TheMusketITuckedIt204]

2D People are shitty.

[@lejladurgut2674]

koliko je zdravo metalnu konzervu peći sat i po na temperaturi od 225 stepeni pa jesti pilemenise gadi.

[@pifuskinz]

This video was great just cuz of him

[@uncurablekill]

Lol 99% of people in the comments are not complaining

[@bbuildingmarch7060]

"instagram it or some shit..."...

[@FieserFaisst]

I do the beer can chicken in the oven and always put some of the rub in to the beer can too. Works really well!!!!

[@tcat9168]

You know when a drunk chicken is done? .....When it's falling over lol

[@blockomade]

i hate me for laughing at this...

[@tcat9168]

+Grey lol my dad still tells me that joke

[@blockomade]

yeah, that fits. It definetly is a dads joke

[@Knavax]

+Chris Tovar I like your picture

[@treet9791]

😂😥

[@stocktonjoans]

how this dish was invented: dude: hey, bro, I bet this beer can would totally fit in that chickens ass bro: Dude, no way! Dude: seriously bro, watch this [dude proceeds to stuff a beer can in a chickens ass] bro: Dude! you were right, I bet that would taste sweet if you coked it up like that, stick it on the BBQ dude: that's why I love you bro, that's why I love you, high five! [they high five over the BBQ and a legend is born]

[@imabott7053]

" any recipe that starts with Open A Can Of Beer, is a great recipe" - proverbs 5:30

[@LoveSosa2024]

“At this point….we chill”. That BBQ dude

[@wrldoverheaven803]

"I don't know if it does anything, but... But I think it does..." *B E A U T I F U L*

[@fatpowerful]

Some serious bob ross shit

[@RigmoreTalonbeard]

I've done it many times and it works great. My favorite way to make extra juicy whole bbq chicken. Closest thing to rotisserie without a rotisserie. Also to comment at 4:20 , the bottom of the beer can is in direct heat therefore the beer isn't overprotected by the chicken and it does evaporate. The alcohol evaporates as well softening the meat as it cooks.

[@jumbofight54]

I love it how he explained the origins lol XD, I'm sure it was just some guy drinking some beer with chicken around

[@davidkupersmith8939]

Loved the music, your personality, and how it was filmed/edited. Well done, thanks man!

[@donalskehan]

Love cooking chicken this way!

[@mikehawk2148]

Donal fucking Skehan hanging out on a Munchies video. Now I've seen everything.

[@Nibes000]

Donal Skehan How do you feel about the paint in the can? Is it more or less flavour for your chicken?

[@Kac309]

Yeah it's a great way to do your chicken, but I use bottle instead of can. Just remember to clean your bottle from all the labels ;)

[@jesuschrist8999]

Donal Skehan PUT THE KID ON THE GRILL NEXT!

[@unvmematt]

Donal I'm going to fart in your milk

[@spankyblack6119]

Beer can chicken tastes great. Tip: if you use a "tall boy" can, it keeps those lower chicken legs a little higher off the grill and they have a less chance of over cooking or burning. Also with your beer can half full, punch holes throughout the top portion of the can above the beer level. This allows added area for the beer to evaporate from the can into the bird adding more beer flavour and moisture. 😋 You're welcome.

[@theCrow233]

Good tip, I'm doing it today

[@ihxcked7464]

Thanks I just tried it with a modelo tall boy oh boy it was fucking good

[@TheScubahustler]

Pretty brilliant!

[@generaldom]

He sounds like a tougher Ed Norton

[@WilliamBaked]

Dom's Sketch Cast lool, now that you say it...he kinda does!

[@TheProphetMusico]

Dom's Sketch Cast How do I bump into you everywhere

[@generaldom]

TheProphetMusico Ayy

[@siamesedreams1991]

Dom's Sketch Cast Sorta sounds likes a southern Issac Brock as well.

[@anthonylombardo1261]

+siamesedreams1991 expect nobody knows Issac Brock

[@reddevil331]

At this time, its time to have 1 of the 5 beers you have left. So, every 15 mins is about a beer or so. That's how I'm picking up what you're putting down. Good advice, my timer works better that way. Good, easy, simple directions. Thanks for sharing!👍🏻

[@Big_Dai]

"I don't know if that does anything... I think it does" Aaaaaand, you won me over.

[@f.s.8888]

Bro, I followed your directions from your video to a T. You are my hero! My beer can chicken was absolutely delicious!

[@DEdens1525]

I remember my Dad making a bunch of these for his biker buds. So tasty, I remember him using Ice House as his beer.

[@jessemartinez5640]

I work for a can company and yes most fillers do not make there own cans!!! The fire has to be more than three fifty degrees before the varnish ( clear coat) not the paint comes off and yes the varnish is water based

[@jasonhendrix6691]

Love the straight forward commentary! Don't sugar coat it...darn right I'll drink the remaining beers! LOL Good video...very close to how I do mine.

[@WOMPITUS]

Drunk chickens are the best and this guy is the coolest

[@heyheyheyhi]

This guy is super chill. Couldn't stop laughing!

[@ezrahackman840]

Right

[@BillM1960]

All the ways I know to do this include using a half full beer and then adding some spices, hot sauce, garlic, whatever to the beer inside for extra flavoring in the steaming aspect. Trust me, it adds.

[@mistychinn2992]

Been baking this for year's love it❤❤

[@CLiPzz247]

I tried this and i have to say it was the best chicken i have ever tasted in my life!

[@cgcompany3]

Had this sort of chicken in Thailand but they have loads of spices stuff inside chicken while it roast. Nice!!

[@funkdaddybrian6693]

have been doing this for years. I cut the top off of the can,drain half into my mouth and heat the rest in the microwave (not in the can jack ass) so it's almost boiling and return to can. helps the steam

[@janosmerges4946]

I’d rather put the half from the can into the microwave than the half in the mouth. You could burn your tongue really badly., you know.

[@Johnleefromthemist]

Nice like the originality bro thanks for keeping it real good vibes from San Francisco California 🤙🍻

[@dennispratt559]

The best beer can cooking chicken I've ever seen you're awesome.

[@notabotiswear6980]

Mexico has tacos, Canada has maple syrup, & the US has beer can chicken.

[@Designathan]

Mexico has parties, Canada has intimate sex, and the US goes solo with a chicken.

[@qwetdify]

tacos originatedx in america. they rarely have tacos

[@Motormouthmachine]

+Eksy Graff You are somewhat right but its more of a regional thing. They do eat tacos in Mexico City for example, other regions do have more legitimate dishes.

[@notabotiswear6980]

Eksy Graff Motormouthmachine not true. Tacos only originated in Mexico City but they are eaten all around mexico. Im mexican and have family in northern mexico & central mexico & tacos are eaten regularly in both places, i also went to cancun 2 years ago & tacos are eaten there too. Tacos are all around mexico.

[@Motormouthmachine]

+funders666 The subject has nothing to do with where tacos are eaten, he said they originated in the USA and I mentioned Mexico City. Yes Mexicans eat tacos but tacos do not reflect their main diet, the food is diverse with many different dishes and cooking styles.

[@ermannmonte]

3:34 "at this point... we chill (CHILL FACE)"

[@Kathie-gh2we]

That BBQ dude knows how to keep it chill, just like his beer can chicken! 🍺🐔

[@michaeldeguzman9564]

I like this guy. More episodes!

[@roykillany]

"beer-butt chicken" is how i've heard it called in the south

[@farmingtonfalcon2010]

white heaven is filled with beer can chicken and watermelon chobani

[@janosmerges4946]

Watermelon and coolaid are for prisoninmates. I am quiet sure, there are some other stereotypical foods for white people.

[@88rollins]

Great how-to video. Thanks for posting.

[@garrettlavigne4753]

I just made a wonderful dinner for my wife & I because of your video thank you so much...

[@Sendmetothesky]

This is pretty bro of you munchies, more of the bro stuff please!!!

[@ilghazi]

dad finalform

[@Nosaracasalaplaya]

That was fun to watch. Good job 👍💯

[@ADayInTheLifeOfJames]

This blokes commentary is second to none haha 😂 👌

[@royrogers983]

I usually put a stick of butter, jalapeno, lemon, and garlic in the can....along with the half full beer.

[@Dave....]

I'm calling the cops. He's sexually abusing that chicken.

[@MyTubeIsBetter20]

Dave That chicken was asking for it... look how it was dressed!

[@BeeRich33]

Dave People who drink Budweiser (not beer) do that sort of thing when family aren't around.

[@WilliamBaked]

Dave edit your comment to "chick" pls xD way funnier

[@rainbow771100]

Um.. It's dead. No need to.

[@nicoliciousxx]

+Dave "I like a nice healthy dry rub" "generously dry rub this guy" "I like to get inside a little bit"

[@jimkoch1040]

Totally enjoyed this video. Thanks!

[@Thatguy-mz6uk]

God I love how this guy talks, so chill!

[@hvf26]

its like what goes on at shaq's house every night

[@nicolemarie9875]

This guys energy level is a whole mood. #imchillin

[@johnsagsveen8238]

This looks really good

[@dib8118]

Great video, wise and to the point. Thanks!

[@salvyballacc]

He said. "Generously rub this guy" lmfao 😂 😂

[@deejannemeiurffnicht1791]

tends to help if you put the seasoning (salt, pepper, spices etc) on the inside too as when it heats the heat will sweat it into the flesh. great stuff man!

[@aprillevitt6311]

You’re hilarious!!!! Can’t wait to try this!

[@bankyy]

we do it sometimes with some orange juice in the beer , its awesome

[@Motormouthmachine]

You dont have to use beer, Ive used flavored mineral water in can (because it was cheaper than beer) and it worked just as well. The key is the liquid, he alcohol in the beer does not make much difference in the cooking.

[@ericascag]

This video was oddly satisfying. Why.

[@anthonyzavala7478]

Marry me and I'll satisfy you in many awkward ways bby

[@ericascag]

:O

[@mads2402]

Made me hungry

[@sbalogh53]

Not quite sure why, but the dry rub and the beer can reminds me of the last time I visited a massage parlour in Bangkok.

[@lavy416]

Great video man thank you

[@JS-kr7zy]

"good range of motion"

[@jtown1bb]

Want to know why there is a debate whether this works or not? There's a reason he didn't notice a difference on beer used. No way the beer boils. As you cook, both the meat, which is 70% water, and the beer, which is 90% water, heat at about the same rate. When you are done cooking, when the meat hits 165°F, the beer will also be about 165°F, well below the boiling point of water which is 212°F. Now some of the beer at the bottom of the can may be hotter, but the cooler beer above will mix with it via convection, so there is no way it will come close to the boiling point. There is still some evaporation from the beer at that low temp, but very very little. So, hardly any moisture escapes the can. So how can it moisturize the meat ? And anyone who says it crisps the skin, which is separated from the can by at least 1" of meat really has been smoking more than chicken. All beer can chicken is, is rotisserie chicken. Standing the chicken lets it cook evenly. You'd get the same result without the beer.

[@Super123456789ki]

I have tried this method ang while its true that yoe don't notice any difference in beer used, you do notice a difference between beer used or not, if you use beer, or water is possible too the chicken comrs out much better, even when f you overcook it, and just so you know, you dont need to boil water for it to evaporate

[@TheMusketITuckedIt204]

We live in a glorious age, what a time to be alive.

[@russmeister2853]

Man that grill was CLEAN!! I have ashes left from last year in mine adds flavor

[@russmeister2853]

Did he say “”Check the chicken” or “Choke the chicken”

[@KorDawg91]

I Used to love beer can chicken, but last time my family tried this like 6 people got aluminum poising. specially this can of Budweiser in the video look how much ink is on the can.

[@85ddrummer]

OYSTER probably got the aluminium poisoning from the beer too

[@85ddrummer]

ex-PFC Wintergreen. www.winchesterhospital.org/health-library/article?id=164929

[@petersmith9254]

OYSTER good point

[@CertifiedAmen]

Remember me and my dad used to do this, but there was no chicken or barbeque, he’d just drink and beat me

[@robertortega32]

I'm doing this tomorrow That looks good Thank you Brother,

[@maddiefleurs9659]

"the bird" love this guy hahaha

[@roottruthseeker]

so were going to roast an aluminum beer can inside of a chicken. weeeee. alzheimers here we come.

[@philgoodinc2]

you don't eat the can...

[@MxMxM699]

How does that still not prevent him from gaining Heavy Metal Poisoning from consuming large doses of melted almanium that is in the chicken

[@philgoodinc2]

Username Because he doesn't eat the can and because the melting point of aluminium cannot be achieved over low and indirect heat from a coal barbecue.

[@ethanstv5108]

Username hes correct its alittle risky but you need a very high heat not achievable by coals to melt and evaporate the aluminm

[@jameskirkpatrick5569]

I mean you've used aluminum foil right??

[@hadynmayes3904]

Did he say "spatchuler" ??

[@nabhgosal6705]

this guys my hero

[@dutch6849]

Excellent Recipe & Video!!

[@Rambosa19]

I remember my dad making this but he would put wine in an empty beer can, he wouldn't use the beer

[@gamblorrr]

That sounds really good

[@hythsmskater]

where have i seen this before ..... oh yeah (one man one jar :o)

[@daluckygit8019]

SkATAN oh nk

[@connorcunningham1010]

Shoulda released this and the grill video on/before the 4th!!!

[@mik3mill3r11]

This dude seems chill af. Wish he was my neighbor 👍🏼

[@Oliv_r]

I'm not an expert but there's an awful lot of paint on that can, wouldn't the heat make it a toxic fume?

[@TheSKATINGChannel180]

black people do it so its okay

[@bettercallsaul8065]

+Darth Vader lmao

[@Jake-pf4kv]

they use a bottle

[@hxllzcxrtxz7883]

+MF RICK lmao MF RICK that is wild never thought of doom and Rick at the same time

[@jewelrunner8618]

+Hxllz Cxrtxz It's quite the combo.

[@tonymontana9623]

His humour is almost as dry as that chicken without the beer

[@neilrichardson2725]

this guy is the man

[@harryviking6347]

just about to try this method out! just need to go get a six pack! because as you said, one for the chicken and I enjoy the others while waiting! CHEERS!

[@gabox01]

Don't you worry about the chemicals transferred to the chicken from the can's paintwork?

[@SlowSlowSloth]

gabox01 It's not like they melt away, and if they did, they're not toxic. People drink from them.

[@bovaiveu]

+SlowSlowSloth Manufacturer didn't intend for it to reach high temperatures, american manufacturers still use Bisphenol A (BPA) in their coatings, at high temperatures it releases easily and will soak into the chicken. It is highly carcinogenic and toxic.

[@InnuendoXP]

+bovaiveu then just buy cans with labels you can peel or wrap the can in something like foil to prevent direct contact with the chicken if you're particularly concerned

[@bovaiveu]

Clement Moraschi The cans are lined on the inside as well, rather not risk evaporation transfer. I'd still advice against it.

[@billysgeo]

Nice! But what about the chems on that label leaching on to the meat?

[@thewaywelive2775]

+BIll Georgoulakis Yeah, this isn't really that healthy. You can even buy a container made for this purpose for a little more than the cost of a beer

[@billysgeo]

Putthatinur Pipe Yeah, I would go with a stainless steel gizmo if I where to do this for more than once or twice... (you should put a lable at the start of the video to let people know, it's easy enough and wont hust anyone...)

[@dead.set.on.life.]

+BIll Georgoulakis why not just put tin foil around the can?

[@RunNscar3d]

there's no chemicals. its "etched" into the can. you would need a grinder to get it off

[@BillM1960]

Don't be such a woos. Just don't use cans coated on the inside.

[@randomworld4662]

Best video i subscribed

[@tan3881]

I really liked his manner. He should do more on Munchies

[@camelpuncher95]

Oh mawng, tasty aluminium.

[@Augtismo]

When girls says, "It's my first time, be gentle."

[@cruz102697]

Nice video man I made my 2nd beer can chicken but I injected it with tony chacheres marinade butter and it was bomb the bones slipped right off

[@jesustarango6224]

Great video, thanks

[@mofo681]

what about the plastic coating on the cans? and the inks??

[@jalmarivartola2286]

The paint is etched into the aluminium chemically, and it will take a lot more than 180F to get it out.

[@treet9791]

@sikkunt Lol

[@dfgdfgsdfgdfgdfgd8692]

I really like the plastic flavor inside, thanks.

[@joelmorrison3243]

yea this is the cooking equivalent to smoking weed out of a pop can

[@steviecritiquenewby7874]

Like that Grilled Beer Can Chicken🐔 cheers🍻

[@fnk86]

Liked this dude

[@politicallyincorrect2431]

......and the paint on the outside of the can which is full of chemicals is getting cooked into the chicken. Smart one real genius.

[@knguyen542]

Doesn't an aluminum (can) produce a toxic substance when heated to high temperatures?

[@qwetdify]

with direct flame yes

[@austenslost]

+Kevin nguyen yes, but pee wee herman said that smoking crack even once could kill you. it doesnt seem like that has stopped anyone. Same goes with beer can chicken.

[@jalmarivartola2286]

180F is not "high temperatures"

[@ven0mpunk]

Hey that dude was my college roommate forever ago! Glad to see you're doing well J!

[@joeavdichuk7991]

You can even pre brine ,then give super heavy coating of your favorite rub and smoke hard and slow comes out fantastic you can even tack on some of your fav bbq sauce in the last 30 for a sticky little bite😮