Dr Pepper Chicken - Is Soda Can Chicken better than Beer Can Chicken?

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Күн бұрын

Can soda can chicken be better than beer can chicken? I've always said that beer can chicken is a BBQ classic. People love to make it and it's so fun. It's a great way to cook a bird to get succulent and juicy chicken. Every time I make it and post it on social media, my friend Jonathan Fox from Fox Bros Bar-B-Q in Georgia tells me to "save the beer and make it with a Dr. Pepper instead." He has always told me he loves the sweet and nutty flavor that it delivers plus you save the beer to drink!
Dr. Pepper is such an iconic part of Texas history considering it was born in Waco, TX. In this recipe we make Dr. Pepper Chicken with a pure cane sugar Dr. Pepper (Wal-Mart), so no high fructose corn syrup. We also make a very delicious Dr. Pepper BBQ sauce to glaze the chicken with near the end.
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@bretthonza2930 Жыл бұрын

Awesome history Matt. So much we never knew and I'm 63 and grew up drinking Dr. Pepper. Thanks so much for extra effort, it says so much about you and your convictions.

@arlenchamberlain3021 Жыл бұрын

Beer can chicken is for real.. The years I’ve been making it I’ve found that if you cut a potato into a wedge to fit snug in the neck cavity it will prevent the beer/soda from evaporating through the chicken it will help keep all the moisture within the chicken.. You must try;) enjoy..

@JT-zb2yn Жыл бұрын

That's a great idea. 👍

@DerekBee Жыл бұрын

Smart, taking notes here!

@Shits-and-Giggles669 Жыл бұрын

Thanks 👌

@kjewell91 Жыл бұрын

It’s great if you don’t season it like an asshole. I guarantee you that chicken was salty from all the salt based EVERYTHING he seasoned it with and crept the beer. Lord have mercy. Good til your ankles are bigger than your neck.

@kjewell91 Жыл бұрын

Lmfao judges bbq?! HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAAAAAAA don’t throw us such bullshit. Tell us what it actually is. You say judges best and then talk shit about the bbq and then talk good about it again? Juicy? Easy. Taste not salty af and not be bribed like some sourpuss old Navy Vet? C’mon brotha!

@randykeating9593 7 ай бұрын

Hey Matt, we finally got around to this tonight, and it was absolutely delicious!! Thank you for what you do sir !!! Best in the business hands down !!!

@brackjackson1894 Жыл бұрын

I'm an avid recipe follower of yours and have never been disappointed. We really like Dr. Pepper, so I can't wait to give this one a try.

@user-el2gx3wc9z Жыл бұрын

Just made this and it was amazing!!!! Love your recipes

@wendywwilliams5218 Жыл бұрын

Just made this last night and it was AMAZING! The Sauce was SO good that I am seriously thinking about taking what I have left, adding more brown sugar and glazing my Easter ham with it! Good and Pretty

@kyrastuart1920 9 ай бұрын

That looks amazing, and I need to try this soon. I fell in love with Dr. Pepper when I visited my grandparents in Houston when I was little. I didn’t grow up in Texas, but it’s been home for almost 20 years.

@todds5956 Жыл бұрын

I just made your DrPepper bbq sauce. I happened to be cooking bacon at the same time. I added 1/4 cup bacon grease to the recipe. Knocked it out of the park! 🎉🎉🎉

@MeatChurchBBQ Жыл бұрын

Dang!

@kevingelowitz3462 Жыл бұрын

My boy just got done cooking some bacon so I saved some of the grease and I’m going to try it tonight on my Dr. Pepper chicken🔥🔥🔥

@mattsackett4399 Жыл бұрын

Made it today. Incredible. Serving it now with Bologna Burnt ends. Definitely a hit. Thanks Matt!

@ciaraperry3917 Жыл бұрын

Another great video, Matt! I've been curious about beer can chicken vs Dr. Pepper so now I know. May try this weekend as I have a couple of whole chickens in my freezer.

@reynaldosauceda1962 Жыл бұрын

WOW I love the color and that bad boy! Looks amazin have a great day Matt keep up the awesome vids.

@Tavis1910 Жыл бұрын

What a great, informative, well produced video. Ms. Church would agree, I’m sure.

@beckyjacobs9176 Жыл бұрын

I did the same chicken today. I followed your recipe that was awesome I got a lot of compliments on how juicy and flavorful the chicken was thank you for your video

@MeatChurchBBQ Жыл бұрын

Sounds great!

@georgemolina5573 Жыл бұрын

Just did this recipe. The sauce was amazing and the bird was great!

@benjaminprice451 9 ай бұрын

This was awesome thanks so much for sharing. And you are right the sauce is killer

@TherapyWithWind Жыл бұрын

Great video Matt, new subscriber here! Always seeking different ideas and recipes. Been a fan of beer can chicken for a minute and, used mountain dew in baked beans for years. Never thought about soda for the bird! Thank you for the sauce details and sharing your time.👍

@navybeatarmy Жыл бұрын

I would love to see some more smoked and grilled fish videos. Grilled Salmon from your summer series is one of my family's favorites!

@narbekalantarians6269 Жыл бұрын

I second this. I could see some tuna steaks with Holy Cow

@JohnSmith-bq7gz Жыл бұрын

Fish tacos. Yes!!!! This needs to be addressed by Meat Church for sure. Fried and grilled.

@claylatour1899 Жыл бұрын

Some different recipes on Redfish would be awesome

@kyliepierson8718 Жыл бұрын

Yeah every time and you don't disappoint It's the beginning of Spring but about to get that grill going right now Love the vlogs you always have some awesome recipes keep it up

@MeatChurchBBQ Жыл бұрын

Thanks Kylie!

@hillbillydan4721 Жыл бұрын

I agree save the beer for drinking, I used root beer to smoke my chicken, in a offset grill !! Loved the video, awesome content !!

@crossfitpittsburgh1542 Ай бұрын

Matt, I love your videos, Brother. I had to laugh out loud today at the captions about the origin of Dr Pepper. Before the last caption appeared, I asked the question out loud in an empty office, "did it work?" Then, your answer. Please, keep putting out this great content!

@three90blue77 Жыл бұрын

Finally made this and wow is it good! The sauce in particular is delicious!!

@ChickenMcNublets Жыл бұрын

Georgian here... Fox Bros BBQ is indeed the best here, and I've tried a looot of BBQ here.

@Ranger-se8gc Жыл бұрын

I love this video! I would also love to see how you guys would make rib tips if you haven’t done that kind of video before. Keep up the great work!

@tiffanyadams9009 Жыл бұрын

My husband and I smoked an approximately 5lb Dr Pepper chicken last night. It was absolutely delicious! Definitely a great alternative to beer can chicken! Will definitely be making again!

@edurban3591 Жыл бұрын

Matt you are one best at these videos! Excellent instruction and explanations! Fan for life💨💨💨💪💪💪

@MeatChurchBBQ Жыл бұрын

Thank you Ed!

@txboss2318 Жыл бұрын

Great video, as always! My family moved to Dublin when I was 10 years old and I lived there until I graduated. What Dr Pepper did to Dublin is a tragedy. Thanks for shining the spotlight on my home town! As for video ideas, I would love to see a video for a Surf & Turf dinner (steak and lobster).

@MeatChurchBBQ Жыл бұрын

That is cool feedback. Check out that documentary!

@seangillen9798 Жыл бұрын

Matt, long time follower and supporter. In response to your segment at the end, I wouldn’t mind seeing what other breakfast recipes y’all have up your sleeve. That and I would be interested in seeing more side dishes in videos or videos solely on side dishes. I need every excuse to use my Traeger 😂 cheers and keep up the great work!

@BrandonMobley614 Жыл бұрын

I remember passing through Dublin, Texas as a kid many times and we would always stop and stock up on Dublin Dr. Pepper. Sadly, the plant closed down when I was in high school. Nothing beat an ice cold Dublin Dr. Pepper on a summer night.

@pacman_17 Жыл бұрын

Loved that pulled brisket video. Hopefully you'll have more unique BBQ recipes.

@MeatChurchBBQ Жыл бұрын

Cool!

@derkman3000 Жыл бұрын

Looks amazing, man. Def going to be trying it soon. Did the pork belly brisket this past weekend and it was 🔥🔥

@kfvernon73 Жыл бұрын

Grew up with Dublin Dr Pepper..... made a grown man cry when they had to stop. Can't wait to try this.

@AntiDot70 Жыл бұрын

As a devoted member of your flock... man this looks like another winner. My son is on a chicken-free lent period now, but as soon as Easter is over, I'm bringing the Dr. for the next meal right after. Damn it looks good!

@MeatChurchBBQ Жыл бұрын

Enjoy!!!!

@jimmydean1147 Жыл бұрын

That looks like an amazing sauce to try! Never would have thought Dr Pepper in chicken would go hand in hand.

@MeatChurchBBQ Жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoy.

@utilityart Жыл бұрын

Did a Dr Pepper chicken in a bbq school here in AZ and it was great. I was making potato skins not long ago and decided to use the left over potatoes to stuff bell peppers. Mixed the potatoes with sour cream, cheese, and bacon bits. Topped with skirt steak and cheese. I was curious to see someone else’s thoughts on the idea. The skins were also topped with skirt steak, which turned out great.

@lukelucero4560 Жыл бұрын

Looks delicious, will definitely be trying this one.

@nicholaserwin5429 Жыл бұрын

That looks amazing. Gonna have to try it soon.

@joecanon5527 Жыл бұрын

so i did this recipe today. literally just finished eating. chicken was 6 lbs. fed 2 adults and 2 kids. might have a 1/2 lb of meat left. Oh my goodness! The best smoked chicken i have ever had. I made the sauce too but used a little apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, ground mustard. Holy shoot! Love your channel!

@richsavala6632 Жыл бұрын

Yes sir Iowa fav! Doing it well again and again for your thing !!!

@andyd1006 Жыл бұрын

Doing this one tonight. I have bewn following you channel and using your peoducts and recipes. They are excellent. Thank you Matt your awesome.

@MeatChurchBBQ Жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoy!

@andyd1006 Жыл бұрын

@Meat Church BBQ It was amazing. Meat church is my go to.

@callmeoutlaw6601 Жыл бұрын

I love how that DP caramelizes around that chicken. All that delicious juice has no place to go. Heaven!

@MeatChurchBBQ Жыл бұрын

So good!

@moeknoop8385 Жыл бұрын

I use Dr Pepper for my jerkey marinate. Amazing!!

@travmanmeyers Жыл бұрын

I've made many beer can chickens with Rainier on a Weber charcoal.Always delicious. Thanks for sharing bud

@kenstrawser584 9 ай бұрын

Made the Dr Pepper Sauce today! Had to substitute The regular W Sauce for W Sauce FIRESHIRE. Absolutely Great taste. Just the right amount of heat for my family. Love the Meat Church channel !

@jawajuicer2696 Жыл бұрын

I think fox bros was on a list of best bbq in each state I read recently. If I recall they had a picture of their chicken fried ribs that made me want to leave work and drive for a day to eat there!

@geraldboyum2150 Жыл бұрын

Cooked Mexican brisket twice… so good. I even bought a traeger 780 because of your advice.

@ronaldreese7431 29 күн бұрын

Sweet heat 🔥is a thing with Dr Pepper, I can still remember drinking it as a child, love it 💯

@marclucas5100 Жыл бұрын

I lived in Atlanta for 15 years. Now live in Indy but miss Fox Bros.

@kylemangum4124 Жыл бұрын

I went to Fox Bros back in 2016. Had no idea they were from Texas that’s why it was so good!🤣 got some fried okra and two buddies from Indiana that were with me had never even heard of okra, so I made ‘em try it! They liked it! One of them loved it🤣

@Mechnx Жыл бұрын

Did this tonight, absolutely fabulous. Did the red pepper flske to offset some of the sweet. Perfect combo. Definitely a winner winner chicken dinner 7:28

@MichaelBailey-v1e 4 күн бұрын

I just made that bbq sauce and holy hell that is damn good, subtly sweet with the Dr. Pepper flavor with the right amount of heat to let you know it’s there, amazing sauce indeed

@fatsackafat1476 Жыл бұрын

I will be buying that documentary for sure.

@MeatChurchBBQ Жыл бұрын

Enjoy it and THANK YOU!

@fatrichie Жыл бұрын

Just watched this and then the Dublin documentary, thanks for sharing the link. I'm now a former Dr. Pepper fan. I'll you Fred Meyer's Dr.K!

@guybowers9094 Жыл бұрын

My wife and I were just talking about doing a whole chicken, and since we are, this will be the recipe we go with. Chicken looks great

@MeatChurchBBQ Жыл бұрын

Sounds great!

@jeremyrobb3735 Жыл бұрын

I would love to see more BBQ sauce recipes using Meat Church seasoning.

@jeanleigh185 10 ай бұрын

The seasonings are so good when I cook with them which is everytime I grill , I dip my finger in them and eat it off my finger, never done that with other seasonings

@derekcox5745 Жыл бұрын

Good looking bird, I use Dr. Pepper for cooking all the time.

@BBQFriend Жыл бұрын

This is amazing! trying this immediately

@joshjones5785 Ай бұрын

Great video...that chicken looked like a head in a jar at the beginning lmao. Am I the only one who saw that???

@BigHeinen Жыл бұрын

Beer Can chicken is a REAL thing! I've tried it with white and thyme and rosemary, I've done several different styles of beer from Bud to Spacedust IPA to Guinness. Every single one was great in it's own way. Keep up the great work!

@MeatChurchBBQ Жыл бұрын

Love the feedback!

@Powerstroke7911 Жыл бұрын

I’m going to try this this weekend! My oldest daughter’s best friend (like another daughter, actually) is a Dr Pepper FREAK. I’ll have to have her over for this. Sounds amazing….

@henrychavez918 21 күн бұрын

Anything that saves beer… Thats rite..!!! You got my attention.,. Great info !

@codybaader5410 Жыл бұрын

I think that doing some videos using beef roasts would be awesome. I'm from the midwest and the standard up here is to put roasts in the crock pot, but I know that the meat church flair would bring things up a notch!

@metalgamer9647 Жыл бұрын

I'm from outside of Chicago, I've been throwing beef roasts on the smoker for a couple years now! Always a good idea.

@joseeduardo4327 Жыл бұрын

Yes

@TheNeonSplatter Жыл бұрын

@repentandbelieveinJesusChrist9 Jesus is my favorite Mexican!! I didn't know he said that!

@kray421 Жыл бұрын

I do pulled pork with A&W Rootbeer and it turns out amazing

@edwardleonetti2492 Жыл бұрын

@@kray421 Omg you have my full attention with that

@DannyHerron Жыл бұрын

I grew up in Texas but didn't really have great BBQ until I moved to the Southeast, especially Mississippi. Everyone has a cooking rig and everyone is expert level.

@TheCryptarch Жыл бұрын

wow this looks amazing, might have to give it a go this weekend!

@Buster-Sharp 10 ай бұрын

I found your channel yesterday and realized that so long as I continue to be a man who's never owned a smoker it would be too painful to watch your content, so today I got materials and tomorrow I'm going to start building me a smoker. I think I may binge your continent a bit. 😁

@jimpuskar9291 10 ай бұрын

Love the product!

@ArtCoulson Жыл бұрын

Hey, Matt, another great video for inspiration. You asked for suggestions for future videos. I'd love to see a Meat Church take on tacos al pastor. Keep up the great work!

@MeatChurchBBQ Жыл бұрын

YES!

@porterwhitman1639 Жыл бұрын

Seconded!

@BloodSplatterArtist 2 ай бұрын

I grew up right down the road from Dublin Texas. I miss a good bottle of Dublin Dr pepper.

@benne017 Жыл бұрын

Right on time! I was just considering what to cook this evening !

@MeatChurchBBQ Жыл бұрын

Perfect!

@benne017 Жыл бұрын

@@MeatChurchBBQ Put that DP BBQ sauce on salt and pepper ribs tonight. Can confirm, it's one of the best sauces I've ever had - subbed The Gospel for Holy Cow.

@tastemakerguidie 8 ай бұрын

that bright got life ; simmer that glaze on resetting

@Johnburrisfromchicago1 9 ай бұрын

My dad cooks beer can chicken every now and then and each time it comes out tender and juices are flowing with every bite… beer can chicken is for real

@RV-ds5uf Жыл бұрын

I need to try this!!!!

@ingelri2 Жыл бұрын

I bet you don't hate that. I'd love to see some more wild game, fish and seafood on future videos. I bet a lot of us in here are hunters and fishers, and would love to see ways to cook our catches.

@MrSeanana Жыл бұрын

I’ve had this idea of doing a smoked pork chili verde! Especially with Hatch season coming soon I would love to see this!!

@joemeyers4341 Жыл бұрын

This sauce is awesome!!!

@LucasHodges Жыл бұрын

I have a Dr Pepper BBQ sauce recipe that I have used for a number of years. I normally use it for ribs and as a side for brisket. I've even modified it a little to make a honey bourbon version. So good. I haven't tried them on chicken yet though. Nice work. Love the channel.

@garrettstephens8168 Жыл бұрын

What’s the recipe? I’ve been looking for a good DP sauce recipe

@michaelpina9591 Жыл бұрын

Don't tease 😢 sharing is caring

@waltertx.6020 Жыл бұрын

As a Tulsa, Ok. resident back in the day, late 60's- early70's my dad and his friends had a regular run to Texas to buy a trunk full of Dublin Dr. Pepper. There's nothing else like it! Now I'm a Texas resident, and have easy access to pure cane sugar Dr. Pepper, and Mexican Coke. They're both delicious 😊

@nikkilavalley4751 Жыл бұрын

Tried the Dr. Pepper BBQ sauce on my ribs over Easter. It had an awesome flavor.

@Titanium181991 Жыл бұрын

Definitely trying this

@SirPartyRoc Жыл бұрын

classic cook. making beer can chicken is like an initiation into smoking meat. LOL. I'll have to give the Dr.P a try. That BBQ sauce looks legit and I'm always searching for a good recipe. Thanks for sharing. The color on the bird was gorgeous.

@MeatChurchBBQ Жыл бұрын

I agree with you.

@deanm4138 Жыл бұрын

Definitely going to try that sauce

@shaydwarr2665 Жыл бұрын

A good idea besides just recipes would be maybe talking about different types of firewood and what they do with flavor profiles on different types of me. As always thanks for the concert. Love from Fort Worth

@patrickjacobs8745 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the videos and education. I am a better cook and BBQer because of you, Meat Church and your team. I would love to see a video series on Ceramic cookers. I have a Primo and absolutely love it. I know the BGEs and Kamado styles are very popular in backyards across the country. Would be cool to make comparisons, things like brisket upsidedown for heat protection. Pros and cons versus offsets and pellet grills. And maybe even some hot cooking, steaks, pizzas etc.

@jdub630 Жыл бұрын

Nice and this chicken looks good.👍💯

@johnnunez17 Жыл бұрын

Gotta try this one. 🔥👍

@gerryhenning7337 Жыл бұрын

Love,love,love the idea of saving the beer for the chef, I’ve always wanted to try this method! The truck is getting the chicken skin crispy? I want to mention that we really love the Texas sugar rub as well Matt!! Thanksgiving bird was dry-brined with a little kosher salt and Texas sugar, turned out phenomenal!! Great video Matt

@MSparks9509 Жыл бұрын

If you’re using a pellet grill try cooking at 375-400 for a crispier skin. And don’t baste the outside during the cook. Just season it and let it ride

@MeatChurchBBQ Жыл бұрын

Dry brine, higher cook temp, no sauce for crispy skin if that is your goal.

@gerryhenning7337 Жыл бұрын

@@MeatChurchBBQ thank you, I usually smoke chicken at 250-275, thought that would’ve been hot enough but you are the man so I’ll go hotter

@TheReal_Dan Жыл бұрын

Got my inspiration for this weekend!

@MeatChurchBBQ Жыл бұрын

AWESOME!

@VeRTiGo9191 Жыл бұрын

I quit drinking Coke for Dr. Pepper about a year ago...and have done stuff with Cheerwine. Absolutely going to do this. Props Matt!!!

@MeatChurchBBQ Жыл бұрын

LOVE Cheerwine.

@ClarksKentuckyKnives Жыл бұрын

I’ve been doing this and using cherry pellets for smoke. Awesome! Makes great chicken salad also!

@ponysmuse Жыл бұрын

Tried it tonight amazing.. Will be doing it again

@MeatChurchBBQ Жыл бұрын

NICE!!

@jhh70 10 ай бұрын

I do a ham with ginger snaps and dr. Pepper, comes out amazing.

@davidespinoza2200 Жыл бұрын

Would like to see a small tour of the outside meat church kitchen. Great videos by the way!

@timothyfrisch7318 2 ай бұрын

I would love to see you guys do a compilation of beginners tips for offset smoking.

@GeorgeNadaYT Жыл бұрын

Looks great

@billpatterson9844 Жыл бұрын

Cherry Dr pepper is even better!!!

@jefflay5818 Ай бұрын

To add to my prior comment bubba. Yes, I've had to eat straight out of a can and we all here in America 🇺🇸 🌏 may have to do the same if we don't pull together and quit fighting each other Amen❤

@wilson2869 Жыл бұрын

Well yes, because it's dr pepper. Thank you for posting awesome videos. Your rubs are our go to for everything at my house.

@fatsackafat1476 Жыл бұрын

Facts, I own them all!

@MeatChurchBBQ Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@MeatChurchBBQ Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@BigWood76 Жыл бұрын

Loving these post videos rap ups!

@MeatChurchBBQ Жыл бұрын

Thanks Scott.

@bigoogie3737 2 ай бұрын

Smoked chicken and sausage jambalaya. For fall time, smoked chicken and sausage gumbo. Couyon till i see yall some mo! Love from Louisiana!

@huckinator Жыл бұрын

I made some Dr Pepper and jalapeño beef jerky a couple weeks ago. It was super good. Got the idea from hey grill hey. I recommend it if you ever make any jerky!