How to make Roasted Half Chicken

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INGREDIENTS: – Chicken Halves – Olive Oil – Sweet Paprika – Hot Paprika – Smoked paprika (optional) – Garlic powder – Fine Sea Salt – Black Pepper

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STEP 1. Prepare the chicken: Remove the chicken from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking. See the instructions on the recipe page on how to cut a whole chicken in half.

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STEP 2. Preheat the oven then mix the olive oil and all the spices. Add a little more oil, if necessary, to obtain a mixture that is easy to brush.

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STEP 3. Season: Place the chicken halves on the baking tray. Brush the chicken generously with the spice mixture. Flip the halves and brush the skin all over.

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STEP 4. Roast and check if the chicken is cooked through. It should be golden brown and crispy. You can also check by piercing the chicken in the thickest part of the thigh with a toothpick

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STEP 5. Crisp: For extra color and crispiness, you can turn on the grill function of your oven. Rest for about 5 minutes and serve.

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I’ve been roasting, frying, poaching, sauteing chicken in so many ways over the years, I cannot even remember all the different recipes I’ve ever made.

What to expect on the recipe page: What to serve with, What to do with Leftovers, Expert tips, Step by step instructions and recipe FAQ. Click "Learn More" below

INGREDIENTS: – Chicken Halves – Olive Oil – Sweet Paprika – Hot Paprika – Smoked paprika (optional) – Garlic powder – Fine Sea Salt – Black Pepper

STEP 1. Prepare the chicken: Remove the chicken from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking. See the instructions on the recipe page on how to cut a whole chicken in half.

STEP 2. Preheat the oven then mix the olive oil and all the spices. Add a little more oil, if necessary, to obtain a mixture that is easy to brush.

STEP 3. Season: Place the chicken halves on the baking tray. Brush the chicken generously with the spice mixture. Flip the halves and brush the skin all over.

STEP 4. Roast and check if the chicken is cooked through. It should be golden brown and crispy. You can also check by piercing the chicken in the thickest part of the thigh with a toothpick

STEP 5. Crisp: For extra color and crispiness, you can turn on the grill function of your oven. Rest for about 5 minutes and serve.

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