Crispy Oven Fried Chicken
A healthier take on classic fried chicken, this crispy oven-fried chicken is juicy on the inside with a crunchy, golden coating, perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes (includes marinating time)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
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- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
Instructions
- Place the chicken thighs in a bowl and pour over the buttermilk. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- In a shallow dish, mix together the breadcrumbs, flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, letting the excess drip off, and dredge each piece in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing firmly to coat.
- Place the coated chicken pieces on the prepared baking sheet.
- Drizzle or brush the tops lightly with olive oil or melted butter.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is golden, crispy, and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use panko breadcrumbs for an even crispier coating.
- Marinating longer in buttermilk makes the chicken extra tender.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the breadcrumb mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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