Best 3 Roasted Soda Can Chicken Recipes

**Roasted Soda Can Chicken: A Flavorful and Unique Main Course**

Craving a succulent, juicy chicken dish with crispy skin and tender meat? Look no further than roasted soda can chicken. This unique cooking method results in an incredibly flavorful and moist chicken that's sure to impress your family and friends. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation, you can create a delectable main course that will be the star of any meal.

This article features a collection of mouthwatering recipes for roasted soda can chicken, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From the classic recipe with aromatic herbs and spices to variations that incorporate flavorful marinades, tantalizing rubs, and creative sides, you'll find a recipe that suits your taste preferences.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out in the kitchen, these recipes provide clear and easy-to-follow instructions, ensuring success every time. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey with roasted soda can chicken. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and create a memorable meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

ROASTED SODA CAN CHICKEN

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A different take on the typical beer can chicken. I inject the butter-based rub under the skin for better flavor. The steam from the liquid makes this moist and tender.

Provided by Heather

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Whole Chicken Recipes

Time 2h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 (4 pound) whole chicken
¼ cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 cloves garlic, minced
salt and pepper to taste
juice of 1 fresh lemon, divided
1 (12 ounce) can lemon-lime soda (such as Sprite®)
1 small whole onion, peeled
1 squeezed lemon half

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Remove the giblets and rinse chicken inside and out with water. Pat dry with paper towels.
Stir together butter, brown sugar, garlic, salt and pepper, and half the lemon juice in a bowl. Rub the mixture over the entire chicken, including the cavity and beneath the skin.
Discard 1/2 of soda, leaving the rest in the can, and pour the remaining lemon juice into the can. Place the can on a baking sheet, and set the chicken upright on the can, inserting it into the cavity of the chicken. Plug the neck opening of the chicken with the onion and a squeezed lemon half to retain steam.
Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, to a minimum internal temperature of 180 degrees F (80 degrees C). Remove the chicken from the oven, discard the soda can, and cover chicken with a doubled sheet of aluminum foil to rest in a warm area for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 501.3 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 149.7 mg, Fat 30.5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 41.3 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 188 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

BAKED BEER CAN CHICKEN

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This chicken always turns out juicy and tender with robust flavor. Are you tired of the same old boring chicken? Try this one! It is so easy to prepare and cook. There are other versions that can be cooked on the grill but we prefer ours in the oven. It's a dinner our whole family loves.

Provided by staycd

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Whole Chicken Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

¼ cup garlic powder
2 tablespoons seasoned salt
2 tablespoons onion powder
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon salt
1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper
1 (12 fluid ounce) can light-flavored beer (such as Bud Light®)
1 (3 pound) whole chicken
4 green onions, sliced
4 green onions, cut in half crosswise
1 (12 fluid ounce) can light-flavored beer (such as Bud Light®)

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Mix the garlic powder, seasoned salt, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and ground black pepper in a small bowl; set aside. Pour 1/3 of one can of beer into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Place the open beer can in the center of the baking dish.
Rinse chicken under cold running water. Discard giblets and neck from chicken; drain and pat dry. Fit whole chicken over the open beer can with the legs on the bottom. With the breast of the chicken facing you, use a paring knife to cut a small slit on each side and press the tip of each wing into the slit to encourage even cooking.
Rub the prepared seasoning mixture to taste over the entire chicken. Pat the sliced green onions around the whole chicken evenly. Some will fall into the beer, that's fine. Press the halved green onions into the top cavity of the chicken. Open the remaining beer and pour 1/2 of it into the pan under then chicken. Reserve the remaining beer.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven. After 45 minutes, pour remaining beer into the pan under the chicken. Continue baking until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 30 additional minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone should read 180 degrees F (82 degrees C). Remove the chicken from the oven and discard the beer can. Cover the chicken with a doubled sheet of aluminum foil, and allow to rest in a warm area for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 564.1 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 145.4 mg, Fat 26 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 49.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 3276.5 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

COLA-CAN CHICKEN

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I found this recipe in the spring 2004 special edition of Southern Living Magazine. This makes the best tender and moist grilled chicken I have ever had and tastes alot like the rotisserie chicken you find in some restaurant's and deli's. We actually doubled the rub ingredients and used two chickens. We ate one and I froze the other. Try it. You will not be disappointed.

Provided by Susie in Texas

Categories Poultry

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 (3 1/2 lb) chicken, giblets removed
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 (12 ounce) can cola (not diet)
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons light brown sugar
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper

Steps:

Using plain cool water, thoroughly wash chicken and dry.
Combine all ingredients for Barbeque Rub in a small bowl.
Rub oil over skin of chicken.
Sprinkle 1/2 tablespoon of Barbeque Rub inside the chicken body and neck cavity.
Rub 2 tablespoons of Barbeque Rub all over the chicken.
Try to get some rub under the skin where it is loose.
Pour out 3/4 cup of the cola and either drink it or discard it.
Pour remaining 1/2 tablespoon of rub into the cola can.
It may cause the cola to fizz, somewhat.
Holding chicken upright, place it onto the cola can, making sure the can fits deeply into the body cavity.
Pull the legs forward to form a tripod; this will allow the chicken to stand upright during cooking.
Refrigerate chicken and allow to marinate while you get your grill ready.
For charcoal grills: pile your hot coals around the perimeter of the grill leaving the middle open.
Place a drip pan in the middle of the grill.
For gas grills: use only one burner or side.
Place a drip pan on the unlit side.
Place chicken directly onto the drip pan and position it to stand upright.
Grill with lid closed for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes or longer until meat thermometer register 180 degrees.
NOTE: I used a 4lb chicken and it took 1 1/2 hours.
Remove chicken from grill and let stand about 5 minutes.
Carefully remove cola can from cavity.
It will feel like it is stuck, but do not turn chicken on it's side as the hot cola will spill out.
I held the chicken on both sides and pulled it up while dh was holding onto the cola can.
This worked pretty well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 601.3, Fat 40.3, SaturatedFat 10.9, Cholesterol 181.1, Sodium 1356.4, Carbohydrate 12.5, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 10.2, Protein 45.5

Tips:

Choose the right chicken: A 3 to 4-pound whole chicken is ideal for this recipe. You can also use a smaller or larger chicken, but adjust the cooking time accordingly.

Prepare the chicken: Remove the giblets from the chicken cavity and rinse the chicken inside and out. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.

Season the chicken: Sprinkle the chicken inside and out with salt, pepper, and your favorite seasonings. You can also add a rub or marinade to the chicken for extra flavor.

Prepare the soda can: Open a 12-ounce can of soda and pour out about 1/4 of the soda. This will create a little room for the chicken to sit on the can.

Place the chicken on the soda can: Place the chicken breast-side up on the soda can. Make sure the chicken is balanced and secure.

Roast the chicken: Place the chicken on a roasting pan and roast in a preheated oven at 350°F for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked thoroughly. You can check the chicken by inserting a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh; the internal temperature should be 165°F.

Let the chicken rest: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving.

Conclusion:

Roasted soda can chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the skin is crispy and golden brown. This recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.