• Remove the giblets and rinse the chicken inside and out
• Pat dry with a paper towel including the inside cavity
  
• Rub the chicken with the oil and add the seasonings. To release a little more flavor, rub the thyme in between the palm of your hands, before adding it to the chicken
  
• Add salt and pepper to taste. Including the cavity
• Empty half of the beer in the can (or drink it)
• Grabbing the chicken legs in each hand push the bird cavity over the beer can. The can should stand by itself
  

Grill Method

• Place the bird on the grill
  
• If using a gas grill, turn on half of the burners and cover. If you're using a gas grill, set the HOT coals aside. The bird will cook better with indirect heat.
  
• Depending on the size of the chicken it will take about 60- 75 minutes to cook. Internal temperature should be 165 F. 
  
• Remove from the grill and let it rest for about 5- 10 minutes before carving
  

Oven Method

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F 
  
• Place the beer can chicken in a baking pan or pyrex
• Bake for 60-80 minutes to cook. Internal temperature should be 165 F.
• If the chicken is browning too fast, cover with tin foil and uncover the last 15 minutes of baking
• Enjoy!