Lemonade Oven Fried Chicken
Tangy, crispy, and irresistibly juicy, Lemonade Oven Fried Chicken is the ultimate twist on a classic comfort food. This lightened-up recipe features bone-in chicken marinated in a zesty blend of lemonade concentrate, buttermilk, and spices, ensuring every bite is bursting with flavor. Coated in a golden crust of panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and seasonings, the chicken is oven-baked to perfection for a healthier alternative to deep-frying. With minimal prep time and a tantalizing balance of sweet, savory, and citrusy notes, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Serve it alongside your favorite sides for a meal that’s as satisfying as it is unique. Perfectly crispy oven-fried chicken has never been this refreshing!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Bone-in chicken pieces (thighs, drumsticks, or breasts)
- 0.5 cups Lemonade concentrate (thawed)
- 1 cups Buttermilk
- 1 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoons Paprika
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 1 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cups Panko breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
Place the chicken pieces in a large bowl or resealable plastic bag.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the lemonade concentrate, buttermilk, garlic powder, paprika, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper.
Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are fully coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper and place an oven-safe wire rack on top. Spray the rack lightly with olive oil spray.
In a shallow dish, combine the flour, panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper.
Remove the chicken pieces from the marinade and let excess marinade drip off. Discard the remaining marinade.
Dredge each piece of chicken in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to ensure the coating sticks. Shake off any excess.
Place the coated chicken pieces on the prepared wire rack, leaving space between each piece for air circulation.
Lightly spray the tops of the chicken with olive oil spray for better crisping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the coating is golden and crispy.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Pair with your favorite sides and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
813 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.5 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.2 g | 56% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 193 mg | 64% | |
| Sodium | 1501 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.4 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.5 g | ||
| Protein | 51.3 g | 103% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 185 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 616 mg | 13% | |
*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.
