GRILLED BEER-BRINED CHICKEN

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Make and share this Grilled Beer-Brined Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by 1PugMom2

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups water
1/4 cup kosher salt (coarse)
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
4 (12 ounce) cans beer or 4 (12 ounce) cans non-alcoholic beer, chilled
2 cut-up whole chickens (3 to 3 1/2 lb each)
barbecue seasoning
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon table salt
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Total Time: 30 minute In 6- to 8-quart noncorrosive (stainless steel, enamel-coated or plastic) container or stockpot, mix water, kosher salt and brown sugar, stirring until salt and sugar are dissolved.
  • Stir in beer. Add chicken. Cover; refrigerate at least 8 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
  • Line 15x10-inch pan with sides with foil. Remove chicken from brine; rinse thoroughly under cool running water and pat dry with paper towels. Discard brine. Place chicken in pan. Refrigerate uncovered 1 hour to dry chicken skin. Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix all rub ingredients except oil; set aside.
  • Heat gas or charcoal grill for indirect cooking. Brush oil over chicken; sprinkle rub mixture over chicken. For two-burner gas grill, heat one burner to medium; place chicken on unheated side. For one-burner gas grill, place chicken on grill over low heat. For charcoal grill, move medium coals to edge of firebox; place chicken over drip pan. Cover grill; cook 15 minutes.
  • Turn chicken over; cover grill and cook 20 to 30 minutes longer, turning occasionally, until juice of chicken is clear when thickest piece is cut to bone (170°F for breasts; 180°F for thighs and drumsticks.
  • Oven Directions: Make chicken as directed through step 3. Heat oven to 425°F Brush oil over chicken; sprinkle rub mixture over chicken. Bake 25 to 35 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when thickest piece is cut to bone (170°F for breasts; 180°F for thighs and drumsticks).
  • High Altitude (3500-6500 ft): In step 4, turn chicken over; cover grill and cook 25 to 35 minutes longer, turning occasionally.

Eleanor du Plessis
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's a delicious and easy-to-make dish that I highly recommend.


gabriel Niyonkuru
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I'm not a big fan of grilled chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The beer brine made the chicken so tender and flavorful, I couldn't resist.


Alex Revlett
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beer. I always have a few bottles of beer in my fridge, and this is a great way to use them up before they go bad.


Jihad Chowdhury
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and this recipe is a great addition to my repertoire. It's a delicious and easy-to-make dish that I'll definitely be making again.


Bappy Hossan
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This recipe is a great way to add a little flavor to your grilled chicken. The beer brine gives the chicken a nice golden brown color and a delicious flavor.


Bry Armstrong
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's a delicious and easy-to-make dish that I highly recommend.


Umar Fayyaz
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I'm not a big fan of grilled chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The beer brine made the chicken so tender and flavorful, I couldn't resist.


Melika Cox
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beer. I always have a few bottles of beer in my fridge, and this is a great way to use them up before they go bad.


Love Pashto
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and this recipe is a great addition to my repertoire. It's a delicious and easy-to-make dish that I'll definitely be making again.


Asif Prame
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I already have on hand. It's a great way to make a delicious meal without spending a lot of money.


Emmanuel Aneriba
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This recipe is so easy to follow, even for a beginner cook. I was able to make this dish in under an hour, and it turned out perfectly.


Alejandra Gil
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I'm not a big fan of beer, but I loved this recipe. The beer brine didn't make the chicken taste like beer at all, it just added a nice flavor.


Mary Kudzonu
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the beer brine gives it a nice golden brown color.


Veronica Diaz
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. The chicken is so tender and flavorful, and the beer brine gives it a unique flavor that everyone will love.


Eman Soliman
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken turned out perfectly. It was juicy and flavorful, and the skin was crispy. I served it with grilled vegetables and mashed potatoes, and it was a delicious meal.


Ximena Morals
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This grilled beer-brined chicken is the best chicken I've ever had. The brine made the chicken so tender and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Tabitha Price
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I was a bit skeptical about using beer in a chicken brine, but I'm so glad I tried it. The chicken was amazing! It was tender, juicy, and had a wonderful flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Dua Azam
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the beer brine added a delicious flavor. I served it with grilled vegetables and it was a perfect meal.


Aarif Mansuri
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I've tried a lot of different grilled chicken recipes, but this one is by far the best. The beer brine makes all the difference. The chicken is so juicy and flavorful.


Rihan Soomro
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This grilled beer-brined chicken was a hit at my last barbecue! The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the beer brine gave it a nice golden brown color. I'll definitely be making this again.