Acadia's Cherry Sherry Beer Can Chicken
Get ready to wow your taste buds with **Acadia’s Cherry Sherry Beer Can Chicken**, a bold and juicy twist on the classic beer can chicken recipe. This show-stopping dish combines the smoky richness of a whole chicken roasted to perfection with the sweet and tangy glaze of cherry preserves and dry sherry. Infused from the inside out with the subtle fruitiness of cherry or sherry-infused ale, this recipe takes beer can cooking to gourmet levels. The spice rub, featuring paprika, thyme, garlic, and onion, adds a savory depth, while basting the chicken with a luxurious cherry sherry butter ensures a glossy, caramelized finish. Ideal for backyard barbecues or an impressive dinner, this recipe is as flavorful as it is fun to prepare. Garnish with fresh cherries for a pop of color and extra flair, and serve up a crowd-pleasing meal that’s nothing short of irresistible. Perfectly juicy, slightly sweet, and perfectly seasoned, this chicken is sure to be the star of your next gathering.
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Ingredients
- 1 4-5 lbs whole chicken
- 1 12 oz can beer (preferably cherry or sherry-infused ale)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp cherry preserves
- 2 tbsp dry sherry
- 2 tsp paprika
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp coarse salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup fresh cherries (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your grill or oven to 375°F (190°C). If using a grill, set up for indirect heat.
Step 2
Remove any giblets from the chicken and pat the bird dry with paper towels.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Step 4
Rub the chicken all over with olive oil, then season generously with the spice mixture, including inside the cavity.
Step 5
In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and stir in the cherry preserves and dry sherry until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Step 6
Open the can of beer and pour out (or drink!) about half. Carefully pour 1 tablespoon of the cherry sherry butter mixture into the can. Make a few extra holes in the top of the can for better steaming.
Step 7
Place the chicken over the beer can, with the can inserted into the cavity and the chicken sitting upright on its legs like a tripod.
Step 8
Position the chicken on the grill or in your oven over indirect heat. Close the lid of the grill or oven door and cook for about 1.5 hours, or until the internal temperature of the thickest part of the chicken (thigh) reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 9
Brush the chicken with the remaining cherry sherry butter mixture every 20 minutes to create a glaze.
Step 10
Carefully remove the chicken and beer can from the grill or oven. Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before gently removing the beer can.
Step 11
Carve the chicken and serve. Optionally, garnish with fresh cherries for a pop of flavor and color.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2568.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1384.3 |
| Total Fat 92.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 36.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 260.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2385.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 83.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 52.4g | |
| Protein 41.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 113.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1197.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories