Half Chicken Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 2
Prepare the Chicken
Rinse the halved chicken under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels.
- 3
Season the Chicken
In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, chopped rosemary, and lemon juice until well combined. Rub this mixture all over the chicken halves, making sure to get under the skin for maximum flavor.
Cooking
- 4
Sear the Chicken
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Place the chicken halves skin-side down in the skillet and sear for about 5-7 minutes until the skin is golden brown. Flip the chicken and sear the other side for another 5 minutes.
- 5
Add Broth
Pour the chicken broth into the skillet around the chicken halves, ensuring not to wash off the seasoning.
- 6
Roast the Chicken
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for about 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the juices run clear.
Serving
- 7
Rest and Serve
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute. Serve with your choice of sides.