Beer Can Chicken with Potatoes and Corn
Recipe Courtesy Publix
Beer can chicken is one of those backyard classics that feels almost ceremonial—simple ingredients, big flavor, and a whole lot of fun. This version delivers incredibly juicy meat and golden, crispy skin thanks to a bold seasoning blend and the gentle steam of a tall can of beer. Nestled in a pan with sweet corn and tender baby potatoes, everything cooks together on the grill for a complete meal that tastes like summer. Whether you’re hosting friends or just elevating a weeknight dinner, this iconic recipe is a guaranteed crowd‑pleaser.
6 servings
1 hour, 50 minutes total (Active 20 minutes)
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon crushed dried rosemary
- 3 ears fresh corn
- 24 oz baby gold (or red) potatoes
- Large aluminum roasting pan
- 3 tablespoons canola oil, divided
- 1 can beer (24–25.4 oz)
- 1 whole chicken (5–6 lb)
Steps
- Preheat grill on medium. Combine salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, thyme, and rosemary. Cut corn into thirds. Place corn and potatoes in pan. Add 1 tablespoon oil and 1 tablespoon seasoning mixture; toss to coat. Pour in one-half beer.
- Remove neck and giblets from chicken; coat chicken with remaining 2 tablespoons oil and seasoning mixture (about 2 tablespoons). Stand beer can in pan; hold chicken upright and press cavity onto beer can (use can and chicken legs as tripod to stabilize); wash hands.
- Place pan on grill; cover and grill 75–90 minutes, stirring potatoes and corn occasionally, until vegetables are tender and chicken is 165°F. Let stand 10 minutes before removing hot beer can. Carve chicken; serve with corn and potatoes.
Chef’s Tip: Chicken and vegetables can also be cooked in a preheated 350°F oven; place pan on rack in lower third of oven and bake 75–90 minutes until chicken is 165°F.
Amount per ⅙ recipe serving: Calories 840, Total Fat 53g, Sat Fat 14g, Trans Fat 0g, Chol 225mg, Sodium 1190mg, Total Carb 23g, Fiber 4g, Total Sugar 3g, (Incl. 0g Added Sugars), Protein 60g, Vitamin D 6%, Calc 6%, Iron 20%, Potassium 25%
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