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Expand1 whole chicken, clean and pat dry Ask a question about this ingredient
1 can coca cola Ask a question about this ingredient
1 cup barbeque sauce Ask a question about this ingredient
1 teaspoon salt Ask a question about this ingredient
1/2 teaspoon pepper Ask a question about this ingredient
Preheat grill over medium-high heat.
Ask a question about this stepCombine ¼ cup of the cola with the barbeque sauce in a small pan and heat over low and let reduce slightly.
Ask a question about this stepSeason chicken with salt and pepper and place over cola can inserting the can inside the cavity of the bird.
Ask a question about this stepPlace upright on center of grill and cook until no longer pink, about 1 hour and 15 to 30 minutes or until temperature reaches 180 degrees F.
Ask a question about this stepBaste with warm sauce throughout cooking to form a tasty crust.
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