Garlic and Pepper Chicken

A hot and spicy chicken recipe using chicken pieces, this recipe is great with thighs, drumsticks, or chicken breast and packs a real fiery punch as a result of cracked black pepper and hot smoked paprika. Ideal for the oven or barbecue. Can be eaten hot or cold.

8 chicken pieces (skinned)
10 garlic cloves (crushed)
1 large sprig fresh thyme
1 pinch rosemary
1 tablespoon hot smoked paprika
1 tablespoon cracked black peppercorns
Splash of fino sherry
Olive oil

Method:

Clean and skin the chicken pieces and place on a baking tray.

In a pestle and mortar add a generous drizzle of olive oil and the garlic, herbs, pepper, paprika and sherry.

Crush and mix well, adding more olive oil if required to create a paste.

Spoon the mixture over the chicken pieces.

Cook in the oven on a medium heat for 35 - 40 minutes.

Serve with chips, fritters or salad.

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