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

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

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.