Crispy Fried Half Chicken Recipe
Roasted Garlic, Fried Herbs, Housemade Hot Sauce, Lemon
Was this page helpful?
Help improve this recipe for others.
Send this recipe to your inbox.
We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.
Ingredients
Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Chicken Marinade
Fried Herbs
Housemade Hot Sauce
Method
Chicken Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, lemon juice, and olive oil. Mix well. Add the chicken halves and coat thoroughly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- 2
Prepare for Frying
Remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before frying.
Frying the Chicken
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Ensure there is enough oil to submerge the chicken halves halfway.
- 4
Fry the Chicken
Carefully place the marinated chicken halves into the hot oil. Fry for about 10-12 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden brown and crispy.
- 5
Drain and Rest
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oil and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Fried Herbs
- 6
Housemade Hot Sauce
- 7
Prepare the Hot Sauce
In a blender, combine the fresh chili peppers, garlic cloves, white vinegar, and salt. Blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed. Pour the sauce into a bottle and let it sit for at least 30 minutes to develop flavors.
