When the smoker reaches 110 c put the chicken skin side up laid out as flat as possible on the rack.
Beer can chicken electric smoker recipes masterbuilt.
This smoked beer can chicken recipe is simple and easy.
Make it in the masterbuilt or any other smoker.
It is possible to smoke a whole turkey or to smoke smaller portions such as chicken wings or drumsticks.
Make sure the chicken is well coated with the mixture.
Place a whole chicken on top of your favorite can of beer.
Prepare the marinade by placing the chicken stock brandy lemon juice butter and 1 tablespoon of the dry rub into a small saucepan and warm gently until the butter melts then cool to room temperature.
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Well if you have a smoker a few tools like a beer can chicken holder a meat thermometer some dry rub and premade marinade smoking beer can chicken is super easy to do.
First there s the smoker.
You can use a masterbuilt electric smoker.
Once cooked remove from heat and place onto a cutting board.
Bone in and skin on poultry is recommended for smoking because the skin and bones add much needed flavor and moisture.
Preheat smoker to 110 c.
Smoked beer can chicken or root beer chicken if you prefer is one of those things that people love to do in the smoker or grill and while the science seems to indicate that the liquid isn t all that important it s super cool and as you know presentation and aesthetics plays a big part in the meal.
I ve been doing these for years my family and friends love them and that s enough science.
Lightly oil the rack.
Combine all the dry rub ingredients in a bowl and mix.
With a crispy exterior and exceptionally moist meat this smoked beer can chicken will stand up to even your toughest critics.
Ingredients 1 chicken 2 tablespoons kosher salt 2 teaspoons baking powder 3 4 tablespoons tennessee whiskey lemon pepper bbq seasoning to 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 modelo negra dark beer at room temperature.
Let marinate in refrigerator until ready to cook.
Smoke chicken for about 3 to 4 hours or until the internal temperature of both the thigh and breast reach between 165 and 170 f.
Preparing poultry in a masterbuilt smoker is a fairly easy process.