Haitian Fried Chicken

Haitian Fried Chicken

Haitian fried chicken marinates chicken legs in lemon juice, paprika, cloves, thyme, and garlic for flavorful crispy chicken without any batter.

Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
30 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Calories
571 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Combine chicken legs, lemon juice, onion, garlic, seasoned salt, paprika, thyme, pepper, and cloves in a large bowl. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to 12 hours.
Step 2
Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan over medium-high heat. Fry chicken in batches until golden brown, about 8 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Drain on paper towels.

Ingredients

  • vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 tablespoons ground black pepper
  • 1 cup lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons whole cloves
  • 3 tablespoons paprika
  • 3 tablespoons seasoned salt
  • 3 pounds chicken legs
  • 1 head garlic, cloves separated and minced
  • 3 tablespoons ground thyme
  • 0.5 white onion, chopped

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