
Half Chicken Recipe
Make Half Chicken Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Sides
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it’s hot enough for roasting the chicken.
- 2
Prepare the Chicken
Pat the whole chicken dry with paper towels. This helps to crisp up the skin.
- 3
- 4
Prepare the Lemon and Rosemary
Cut the lemon in half and place it inside the cavity of the chicken along with the fresh rosemary sprigs.
Cooking
- 5
Roast the Chicken
Place the chicken breast-side up in a roasting pan. If using, arrange the vegetables around the chicken and pour chicken broth over them. Roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 6
Rest the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. This helps the juices redistribute and keeps the meat moist.