whole chicken Archives - Growing Up Gabel

Beer can chicken is our favorite way to cook chicken on the grill. Every time we use this recipe to cook a whole chicken, it turns out moist and delicious. I always hope to have leftovers, but we rarely do! Living in Las Vegas we are lucky enough to be able to use our outdoor grill year round. One of my favorite foods to cook on the grill, though, is Beer Can Chicken. The skin comes out crisp on all sides and the meat is perfectly moist. Don't let the "beer" can part fool you! You can use any kind of liquid you'd like - wine, water, soda, chicken broth, etc. In a small bowl, make your rub. We use olive oil and spices, but any oil or even melted butter will work. We generally use the same spices, but feel free to use your favorites. Even just salt and pepper alone results in a delicious grilled chicken. Prepare your chicken by removing all the innards. Wash and pat dry, if you want. Place the chicken on a platter. The best way to get flavor ... [read more]

My Favorite Summer Meals

During the summer I change my cooking methods drastically. I do my best not to turn on an oven unless absolutely necessary. We do a lot of grilling and eat a lot of salads. You can mix and match these recipes to make a nice summer meal or just use one as springboard for your own creative menu. This is great for a crowd and it's my favorite way to cook a whole chicken! Beer Can Chicken If you like sushi, you will LOVE this salmon! It's a no cook summer favorite. Sashimi Salmon with Coleslaw To make this a meal, add some sliced steak -- or just serve on the side of the steak . Spinach Salad with Hot Bacon Dressing So, it says autumn, but it's great in the summer, too. I add the fried chicken strips to salads all summer long to make them in to main dish. Autumn Chopped Salad with Fried Chicken Strips You need something keep you hydrated and iced coffee is the way to go. I love this recipe because it's quick and easy! Iced ... [read more]