Crispy Baked Onion Chicken
Get ready to savor the irresistible crunch and savory flavor of Crispy Baked Onion Chicken, a quick and easy dinner recipe that's perfect for busy weeknights. This dish transforms tender, juicy chicken breasts into a golden masterpiece by coating them with a blend of crispy crushed French fried onions and aromatic spices like garlic powder and paprika. Unlike traditional frying, this recipe bakes the chicken to perfection, delivering a satisfying crunch without the extra oil. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple pantry staples, this wholesome meal is ready in under an hour. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a comforting family dinner that’s guaranteed to impress. Ideal for those seeking a flavorful, oven-baked chicken recipe that’s both crispy and healthier!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 2 cups French fried onions (crushed)
- 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
Place the crushed French fried onions into a shallow dish. In a separate shallow dish, mix together the all-purpose flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
In a third shallow dish, whisk the eggs and milk together until well combined.
Take each chicken breast and dip it into the flour mixture, ensuring it is fully coated. Shake off any excess flour.
Next, dip the floured chicken breast into the egg mixture, allowing the excess to drip off.
Finally, press the chicken breast into the crushed French fried onions, coating it evenly and pressing gently to ensure the onions adhere firmly.
Place the coated chicken breasts onto the prepared baking sheet. Repeat the process for all pieces of chicken.
Lightly spray the top of the chicken with cooking spray to help the coating crisp up during baking.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Crispy Baked Onion Chicken!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
497 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.6 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.9 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 242 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 540 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.9 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| Protein | 60.7 g | 121% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 64 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 586 mg | 12% | |
*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.
