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 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Prepare the Chicken
Rinse the whole chicken under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels. Place it in a large roasting pan.
- 3
Make Marinade
In a bowl, mix together olive oil, minced garlic cloves, juice of the lemon, chopped fresh rosemary, salt, and black pepper.
- 4
Marinate Chicken
Rub the marinade all over the chicken, ensuring to get under the skin and inside the cavity for maximum flavor.
Cooking
- 5
Roast the Chicken
Place the marinated chicken in the preheated oven and roast for approximately 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- 6
- 7
Check for Doneness
After 1 hour, check the chicken for doneness. If the skin is golden brown and juices run clear, it is ready. If not, return to the oven for an additional 10-15 minutes.
- 8
Rest the Chicken
Once done, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes before carving.