Crusty Baked Chicken
Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Crusty Baked Chicken recipe! Featuring tender, bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs coated in a golden, crispy crust of panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and a savory blend of spices including garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika, this dish delivers a hearty crunch in every bite. The trick to achieving that irresistibly crispy exterior lies in coating the chicken in layers of flour, egg wash, and the breadcrumb mixture, then drizzling with olive oil or melted butter before baking. Ready in under an hour, this oven-baked recipe is a healthier alternative to frying, offering all the decadence without the extra mess. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad for a satisfying meal that’s perfect for family dinners or casual entertaining. Keywords: crusty baked chicken recipe, crispy chicken thighs, oven-baked chicken, easy weeknight dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 1.5 cups Breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
- 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoons Onion powder
- 1 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 whole Eggs
- 0.25 cups Milk
- 1 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cups Olive oil or melted butter
- Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper and lightly coat it with cooking spray.
In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. In another shallow bowl, place the flour. In a third bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure the coating adheres better.
Dredge one chicken thigh in the flour, shaking off any excess. Next, dip it into the egg mixture, ensuring it is fully coated. Finally, press it into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring it's well-coated on all sides. Repeat this process for all the chicken thighs.
Place the coated chicken thighs on the prepared baking sheet, skin side up. Drizzle the olive oil or melted butter evenly over the chicken to help achieve a golden crust.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the crust is golden and crisp.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your crusty baked chicken with your favorite sides!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
559 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.3 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 151 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 756 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.6 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | ||
| Protein | 29.4 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 144 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 301 mg | 6% | |
*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.
