Ultimate Beer Can Citrus Roast Chicken Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken weighing 5 pounds
• 1 ½ juicy limes, halved
• 1 clove of minced garlic for flavor
• ¾ teaspoon of salt for seasoning
• 1 ½ teaspoons of fragrant ground black pepper
• 1 ½ teaspoons of dried rosemary for a herbal touch
• ½ can of beer (12 ounces) for added moisture
• ¼ red onion, peeled and ready
• 1 cup of water for a delicious broth

Step 1

Begin by preheating your oven to a toasty 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Give your chicken a nice rinse, both inside and out, and gently pat the skin dry with paper towels.

Step 2

Next, add a burst of flavor by squeezing the zesty juice from lime halves all over the chicken, then tuck those halves into the cavity. For an aromatic touch, sprinkle some minced garlic inside. In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, and fragrant rosemary, then generously season the outside of the chicken with this delightful mixture.

Step 3

Now, get creative and stand your chicken upright in a roasting pan, ensuring the beer can is securely inserted into the cavity to keep it steady. To lock in moisture and enhance flavor, place a whole onion into the neck cavity. Don't forget to pour some water into the pan for an extra juicy result.

Step 4

Pop your masterpiece into the preheated oven and let it roast upright until it's sizzling and perfectly cooked. To ensure it's done, use an instant-read meat thermometer to check that the thickest part of a thigh reaches 180 degrees F (80 degrees C), usually taking around 1 1/2 to 2 hours. While it cooks, baste the chicken occasionally with those delicious pan drippings.

Step 5

Once it's ready, allow the chicken to cool for about 10 minutes before serving, letting all those mouthwatering flavors settle in. Enjoy your flavorful and juicy roasted chicken!