Ingredients You'll Need
- 1 Meridian Whole Chicken (approx 3 lbs)
- 1 12 Ounce Can of Pop
- One 8" Foil Pie Plate
- 1/3 Cup Brown Sugar
- 2 Tbsp. Chili Powder
- 2 Tbsp. Paprika
- 2 Tsp. Dry Mustard
- 1/2 Tsp. Salt
- 1/4 Tsp. Ground Black Pepper
Directions
- Preheat bbq to med-high heat, about 375° F
- Mix the brown sugar, chili powder, paprika, dry mustard, salt, and ground black pepper in a small bowl
- Place the half-full can of pop in the center of the foil pie plate (to catch drippings)
- Rinse chicken under cold running water, drain and pat dry
- Fit the whole chicken upright over the can, legs down
- Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of the seasoning mix into the top cavity of the chicken
- Rub the remaining seasoning mix over the entire surface of the chicken
- Place the chicken, standing on the can and pie plate, directly on the preheated grill
- Close the lid and barbeque the chicken until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 1 hour 15 minutes
- An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone should read 180°F (82°C)
- Remove the chicken from the grill and discard the can and foil plate
- Cover the chicken with a doubled sheetof aluminum foil, and allow to rest in a warm area for 10 minutes before carving
