If you are not sure what to serve with Beer Can Chicken I have some great suggestions for you! I have compiled a roundup of sides that are ideal for serving with beer can chicken. I have everything from potatoes to salads to vegetables and several grilled recipes to cook alongside your beer butt chicken. I have also included many healthy sides for beer can chicken, not to mention ww friendly recipes.
![collage with 5 photos of beer can chicken and sides with white text on black background in the middle](https://foodmeanderings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Sides-for-Beer-Can-Chicken.jpg)
These sides are especially popular during the summer and pair perfectly with my own Healthy Beer Can Chicken recipe. If you are looking for the best side dishes to go with BBQ Beer Can Chicken, you'll love these!
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Beer Can Chicken (also known as Beer Butt Chicken) is really the best way to do a whole chicken in the summer, right on the grill, using indirect heat. You simply place chicken upright, on a can of your favorite beer, and put it on the gas grill (see my post for detailed instructions). The result is a next level juicy and flavorful chicken dinner!
![beer can chicken, sliced, on a black pate, with a knife, and a can of beer in the background](https://foodmeanderings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Beer-Butt-Chicken.jpg)
Sides for Beer Can Chicken
![potato salad on plate with ribs](https://foodmeanderings.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Healthy-Potato-Salad-Recipe-1-360x360.jpg)
![Easy (vegan) mixed bean salad in a large bowl with a dark brown wooden spoon](https://foodmeanderings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Canned-Bean-Medley-salad-360x360.jpg)
![5 Stuffed grilled peppers on a black platter with thongs learning on platter](https://foodmeanderings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Bbq-stuffed-peppers-recipe-360x360.jpg)
![cooked, sliced, onion baked potato on foil](https://foodmeanderings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/baked-potato-with-onion-360x360.jpg)
![shredded zucchini on a plate with zucchini in the background](https://foodmeanderings.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Shredded-Zucchini-360x360.jpg)
![Mexican Street Corn Recipe](https://foodmeanderings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Mexican-Street-Corn-Recipe-360x360.jpg)
![Close up of Tuna Macaroni salad in a yellow bowl](https://foodmeanderings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Healthy-macaroni-salad-with-tuna-recipe-360x360.jpg)
![grilled balsamic glazed carrots on a white surface, with a fork](https://foodmeanderings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/balsamic-glazed-carrots-360x360.jpg)
![slow cooker baked beans in pottery with slow cooker in background](https://foodmeanderings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Slow-Cooker-Baked-Beans-Recipe-360x360.jpg)
![Healthy coleslaw in a black and white patterned bowl with a spoon sticking out of the coleslaw](https://foodmeanderings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Healthy-Coleslaw-with-Artichoke-and-Roasted-Red-Pepper-360x360.jpg)
![green beans and mushrooms in a white casserole dish on brown surface with red oven mitt in background](https://foodmeanderings.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Green-Bean-Mushroom-Recipe-360x360.jpg)
![Greek pasta salad in white bowl](https://foodmeanderings.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Easy-Greek-Pasta-Salad.img_-360x360.jpg)
![2 twice baked sweet potatoes on a blue surface](https://foodmeanderings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Twice-Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-360x360.jpg)
![Panzanella Salad in a brown bowl](https://foodmeanderings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Panzanella-Salad-360x360.jpg)
![Snap Pea Salad in a orange and white patterned bowl](https://foodmeanderings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Snap-Pea-Salad-360x360.jpg)
![Rosemary Garlic Potatoes in a white bowl, with a blue and white striped linen underneath](https://foodmeanderings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Rosemary-Garlic-Potatoes-360x360.jpg)
![ramen noodle salad in a white bowl with beige rim](https://foodmeanderings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Ramen-Noodle-Salad-360x360.jpg)
![asparagus fries on a white surface with dip in the background](https://foodmeanderings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Asparagus-Fries-360x360.jpg)
![Jalapeno creamed corn in a metal bowl, with a metal serving spoon](https://foodmeanderings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Jalapeno-Creamed-Corn-360x360.jpg)
![honey lime cilantro vinaigrette being poured over a strawberry spinach salad](https://foodmeanderings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lime-Cilantro-Vinaigrette-recipe-360x360.jpg)
![Parsnip fries on brown paper with one fry being dipped into white bowl of ketchup](https://foodmeanderings.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Parsnip-Chips-in-the-air-fryer-360x360.jpg)
🍽Equipment
The equipment you need will depend on the specific recipe, but you will need a grill and a meat thermometer for your beer can chicken and some of the side dishes. I love my Thermapen instant-read thermometer and use it for so many recipes, including pies and bread. I would also recommend an air fryer (affiliate links), especially for the summer (if you don't have air conditioning). It doesn't heat up your house like the oven does and uses less electricity.
🌡️Storage
Please see each individual recipe storage instructions. However, a rule of thumb is storing your leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.
👪 Serving Size
Each recipe will state serving sizes and many have adjustable servings (all of my recipes have this feature). You can half, double, or triple the recipe by clicking on the blue serving number and selecting the number of servings you'd like. The ingredient quantities will automatically adjust.
🔢WW Points
Many of these recipes are ww friendly. See each recipe for points values.
🦺Food safety
- Cook chicken to a minimum internal temperature of 165 °F (74 degrees f). Insert into the thickest part of the thigh for the most accurate results.
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
- Never leave cooking food unattended
See more guidelines at USDA.gov and https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/general-food-safety-tips/safe-internal-cooking-temperatures.html
![2 beer butt chickens with bbq sauce on cans of beer in an aluminum container](https://foodmeanderings.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Beer-butt-chicken-prep.jpg)
So if you're looking for delicious side dishes to go with your Beer Can Chicken, give some of these a try!
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