Dinner for 1
Beer Can Chicken (6 servings)
$24.13for 4100 minServes 1
A whole chicken stands over lager on the grill while a seasoned crust cooks until the meat is tender.
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Chicken breast, boneless$3.49/lb typical | 0.5 lb | $1.75Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $6.03 | ||
Pantry staples you likely have
Salt and pepperSyrups, molasses, powdered sugarDried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)Wine, beer and spirits
Not included in the cost.
Swaps
- Swap Chicken breast, boneless for Chicken thighs, bone-in or bonelessabout $1.20/lb less at typical prices
- 100 minstart to table
- Involveddifficulty
- 1servings (the source says 6, which counts pieces)
- $$$$typical cost tier
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$6.03 per serving$24.13 for 4
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Ingredients
- 2 tbsp kosher salt
- 1 tablepsoon brown sugar
- 1 tablepsoon paprika
- 1 tbsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tablepsoon garlic powder
- 1 chicken
- 1 can (12 oz) lager beer
Steps
- Heat a covered grill to 375 to 400 F, arranging the coals or burners for indirect heat.
- Mix the salt, brown sugar, paprika, pepper, and garlic powder in a small bowl.
- Rub the chicken with the seasoning, set it upright over the half-filled beer can, and place it on the grill.
- Cover and grill for 80 to 90 minutes, until the thickest breast and thigh reach 165 F.
- Rest the chicken upright for 10 minutes before removing the can and carving.
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