Love a Happy Ending Lifestyle Magazine August 2013 | Page 29

BEER CAN CHICKEN
Ingredients
1 whole chicken – free range if possible
1 large can of beer
2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium size onion – finely chopped
2 cloves of fresh garlic – finely chopped (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
1 tsp mustard
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1/2 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp cumin powder
Fresh thyme – several sprigs, chopped

Method
? In a bowl, combine the onion, garlic, mustard, paprika, salt, pepper, coriander, cumin
and thyme to form a paste.
? Brush the chicken with the olive oil and rub all over with the paste – inside and out.
? Open the beer and pour off (or drink) half the contents.
? Set the can on a flat surface and slide the chicken over the top so the can fits inside
the cavity.
? Place the chicken on the grill – keeping upright, using the legs for balance. Roast for
up to 1 1/2 hours.
? Remove the chicken, (taking care not to spill the contents of the can which will be
hot). Let the chicken rest for about ten minutes then lift from the can and discard the
beer.
? Cut the chicken into pieces and enjoy!

TIP
Experiment with your ‘rub’ – try chilli or your own favourite spices. Substitute wine in the can
for an alternative flavour, or try a different beer – perhaps something really malty and strong.