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Originally Posted by QDoc
I have a suggestion for you. The next time you choose to do this, pour the beer in a frosted mug and drink it. Fill up the can with water  There is actually little if any steaming going on during the cook. Next time put a probe in the can. The liquid just serves to keep the can from tipping over. |
I remember reading this article which basically claims something similar. The beer never gets to a steaming temp and the only thing the beer can does is introduced non-food grade paints and chemicals into the bird. (I've never actually cooked a beer can chicken though... I just brine and separate.)
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/craig-...b_1634001.html