Whole chickens are one of the least expensive cuts. In my neck of the woods they typically run $.79 a pound, less on sale. For just a few dollars you can have a delicious meal.

Beer Butt Chicken

1 whole chicken-thawed completely if frozen

1 can beer

3 chopped garlic cloves (or a couple of tsp garlic powder)

2 tbs butter, salt, pepper

Place garlic, butter, salt & pepper in a half empy can of beer. What you do with the other half is up to you. . . me? I'd drink it. Waste not want not.

Slide the chicken right down onto the can-butt first.

Grill the chicken (or bake in the oven) for around an hour or two. Low and slow is the key here-you don't want charred outsides and raw insides.

Tips & Tricks:

Place chicken on a cookie sheet or such before putting it on the grill to prevent flare-ups from dripping fat & juice.

Coat the outside of the chicken with a dry rub.

Other possible additions to the beer-chopped onion, jalapeños, various and sundry spices. Do a search for “Beer Butt Chicken Recipe” and you'll find variations.

Photo by Bbum