Drunken Chicken Tex Mex Style Beer Can

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Spice up your dinner plans with this bold and flavorful Drunken Chicken Tex-Mex Style Beer Can recipe! Perfectly seasoned with a smoky blend of paprika, cumin, chili powder, and garlic, this juicy whole chicken is infused with zesty lime and the subtle malty notes of lager beer for mouthwatering tenderness. The twist? A few slices of fresh jalapeño dropped into the beer can add just the right amount of Tex-Mex heat. Whether grilled to smoky perfection or roasted in your oven, this easy-to-make dish delivers crispy skin, succulent meat, and a fiesta of flavors in every bite. Garnish with chopped cilantro and lime wedges for an aromatic finish, and pair it with your favorite sides for the ultimate crowd-pleasing main course. It's Tex-Mex, beer, and chicken—what's not to love?

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 15 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

13 items

• 1 piece Whole chicken (about 4-5 lbs)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 teaspoons Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 piece Lime
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
• 1 can Lager or light beer (12 oz can)
• 1 piece Fresh jalapeño, sliced

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Preheat your grill to medium heat (approximately 350°F) if using a barbecue, or preheat your oven to the same temperature if roasting indoors.

2. Remove any giblets from the cavity of the chicken and pat the chicken dry with paper towels. This helps the seasoning stick and ensures a crispy skin.

3. In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

4. Rub the chicken all over with olive oil, ensuring the entire surface is coated. Then evenly sprinkle the spice mixture over the chicken, rubbing it in to coat every part of the bird.

5. Slice the lime in half. Squeeze one half of the lime over the chicken and stuff the other half into the cavity of the bird.

6. Open the beer can and drink or pour out about 1/4 of the beer. Drop the sliced jalapeño into the beer can for an extra kick of flavor.

7. Position the chicken upright over the beer can, inserting the can into the cavity of the bird. Ensure the chicken sits firmly and balanced, legs forming a tripod with the can.

8. Place the chicken on the grill or in a baking dish if cooking in the oven. Close the grill lid or oven door and let cook for 75-90 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (measured in the thickest part of the thigh).

9. Carefully remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving. Use tongs and a spatula to help remove the beer can safely, ensuring not to spill the hot beer inside.

10. Carve the chicken and serve with optional chopped cilantro and a fresh squeeze of lime for garnish. Enjoy your Drunken Chicken Tex-Mex Style Beer Can!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (621.9g)

Calories		642
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		47.3 g	61%
	Saturated Fat	12.4 g	62%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		200 mg	67%
Sodium		702 mg	31%
Total Carbohydrate		6.2 g	2%
	Dietary Fiber	1.9 g	7%
	Total Sugars	0.6 g
Protein		46.0 g	92%
Vitamin D		0.2 mcg	1%
Calcium		57 mg	4%
Iron		3.1 mg	17%
Potassium		511 mg	11%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1695 cal (67.1%%)

Protein: 734 cal (29.1%%)

Carbs: 96 cal (3.8%%)