Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsGeorge and the DragonSpeckled Hen Recipe

Speckled Hen Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

American

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

For Serving

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Rinse the chicken thighs under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. This helps to ensure a crispy skin.

  2. 2

    Season the Chicken

    In a large bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and dried oregano. Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken thighs, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.

  2. 4

    Sear the Chicken

    Add the seasoned chicken thighs to the skillet skin-side down. Sear for about 5-7 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy. Turn the chicken over and cook for another 5 minutes.

  3. 5

    Cook Through

    Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).

Serving

  1. 6

    Garnish and Serve

    Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

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