Cracker Coated Oven Fried Chicken
Discover the ultimate comfort food makeover with Cracker Coated Oven Fried Chicken—a recipe that combines the irresistible crunch of golden-brown saltine cracker crumbs with the juiciness of oven-baked drumsticks or thighs. Seasoned with a flavorful blend of garlic powder, paprika, and parsley, each bite is packed with savory goodness. This easy-to-follow recipe uses a simple dredging process of seasoned flour, egg wash, and cracker crumbs, and finishes with a drizzle of melted butter for extra crispiness, all without the need for deep frying. Ready in just under an hour, this lighter yet indulgent dish is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. Serve it with your favorite dipping sauce, creamy coleslaw, or buttery mashed potatoes for a meal that's as satisfying as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Chicken drumsticks or thighs
- 2 cups Saltine crackers (crushed into crumbs)
- 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.25 cups Milk
- 1 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoons Dried parsley
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 4 tablespoons Butter (melted)
- Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly grease it with cooking spray for easy cleanup.
Crush the saltine crackers into fine crumbs by placing them in a resealable plastic bag and using a rolling pin or food processor. Pour the crumbs into a shallow dish.
In another shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, garlic powder, paprika, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper.
Whisk together the eggs and milk in a third shallow dish to create an egg wash.
Rinse and pat dry the chicken pieces using paper towels. Leave the skin on for added crispiness.
Dredge each piece of chicken in the seasoned flour, making sure to fully coat it, then dip it into the egg wash, and finally coat it thoroughly with the crushed cracker crumbs.
Place the coated chicken pieces on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the chicken pieces to enhance crispiness and flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes or until the chicken is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when checked with a meat thermometer.
Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Pair with your favorite dipping sauce or side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4956 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 211.8 g | 272% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.2 g | 366% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1618 mg | 539% | |
| Sodium | 7196 mg | 313% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 420.7 g | 153% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.2 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.5 g | ||
| Protein | 328.8 g | 658% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 476 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 33.3 mg | 185% | |
| Potassium | 3422 mg | 73% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
