Dairy-Free Oven Fried Chicken
Craving crispy, golden fried chicken without the guilt? This Dairy-Free Oven Fried Chicken is the answer to your comfort food prayers. Perfectly seasoned and coated for maximum crunch, this recipe uses a dairy-free almond milk “buttermilk” and panko breadcrumbs for a light yet irresistibly crispy texture—all baked to perfection in the oven. Loaded with bold flavors like paprika, garlic powder, and a hint of cayenne pepper, this healthier twist on classic fried chicken is simple to make in just under an hour. It’s completely dairy-free, kid-approved, and ideal for those looking to enjoy a fried chicken experience with a wholesome, oven-baked approach. This recipe is great for family dinners or meal prep and pairs beautifully with your favorite sides, like roasted vegetables or coleslaw!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces chicken drumsticks
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup and lightly coat it with a cooking spray.
In a shallow bowl, combine the almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to create a dairy-free buttermilk mixture.
In a separate bowl, mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
Spread the panko breadcrumbs on a plate or shallow dish.
Dip each chicken drumstick into the almond milk mixture, then coat it thoroughly in the flour mixture.
Dip the flour-coated chicken back into the almond milk mixture and then roll it in the panko breadcrumbs, making sure it's completely covered. Shake off any excess and repeat with all pieces.
Place the coated chicken drumsticks on the prepared baking sheet. Spray a light coating of cooking spray over the top of the chicken to encourage browning.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is crispy and golden brown. Turn the chicken halfway through the cooking time for even crisping.
Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2307 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.9 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.5 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 744 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 4939 mg | 215% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 183.7 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.4 g | ||
| Protein | 208.4 g | 417% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 610 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 20.4 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 2291 mg | 49% | |
*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.
