Jul 14 2026
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12pc Family Meal Recipe

Inspired by El Pollo Loco
Time1h 30m
Serves6

Make 12pc Family Meal 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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Chicken

Sides

Dipping Sauce

Method

Chicken Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 2

    Prepare Chicken

    Rinse the whole chickens under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.

  3. 3

    Season Chicken

    In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Rub this mixture all over the chickens, ensuring to get under the skin.

  4. 4

    Bake Chicken

    Place the seasoned chickens in a roasting pan and bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Side Dish Preparation

  1. 5

    Prepare Vegetables

    Wash and peel the potatoes and carrots. Cut the potatoes into quarters and the carrots into sticks. Trim the ends of the green beans.

  2. 6

    Boil Vegetables

    In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and cook for 10 minutes. Then add the carrots and green beans, cooking for an additional 5-7 minutes until all vegetables are tender.

  3. 7

    Drain and Season

    Drain the vegetables and return them to the pot. Add butter, salt, and black pepper. Stir gently to combine.

Dipping Sauce Preparation

  1. 8

    Mix Sauce

    In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, hot sauce, garlic powder, and lemon juice. Stir well until smooth.

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