OK, here it is. The master recipe for the ur-beer-can chicken, the showstopper that will dazzle your family and friends. If you’ve never made beer-can chicken before, start here, and once you’ve nailed the basic procedure, there’s no limit to its variations.
Note: Use soda or fruit juice instead of beer. Substitute the rubs to season the chicken or use your favorite commercial rub. As you can see, the possibilities are endless.