Low Fat Homemade KFC Style Chicken Leg
Craving the irresistible crunch of KFC chicken but looking for a healthier spin? Our *Low Fat Homemade KFC Style Chicken Legs* deliver all the crave-worthy flavors of the original, with a guilt-free twist. Marinated in tangy low-fat buttermilk and seasoned with a perfect blend of smoked paprika, garlic, onion powder, and herbs, these oven-baked chicken legs boast an amazingly crispy coating without the excess oil. With just 15 minutes of prep and 35 minutes in the oven, you’ll have golden, juicy chicken that's perfect for family dinners or game-day feasts. Plus, this lighter version keeps things healthy while staying big on flavor, making it a must-try for anyone seeking a healthier alternative to fried chicken. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce and watch them disappear!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken legs
- 500 ml low-fat buttermilk
- 100 grams all-purpose flour
- 50 grams cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- cooking spray
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine low-fat buttermilk with half a teaspoon of salt and submerge the chicken legs in it. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
Preheat your oven to 200 degrees Celsius (390 degrees Fahrenheit). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a shallow dish, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, remaining half teaspoon of salt, dried thyme, dried oregano, and cayenne pepper.
Remove the chicken legs from the buttermilk, allowing the excess to drip off. Dredge each chicken leg in the flour mixture, pressing it to coat evenly.
Place the coated chicken legs onto the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray each leg with cooking spray to encourage a crispy texture in the oven.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, flipping the legs halfway through the cooking time to ensure they are cooked evenly and turn golden brown.
Check that the chicken is cooked through by ensuring a meat thermometer reads at least 75 degrees Celsius (165 degrees Fahrenheit) at the thickest part before serving.
Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before serving hot. Enjoy your low-fat homemade KFC style chicken legs with your favorite dipping sauce or side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1631 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.1 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.9 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 475 mg | 158% | |
| Sodium | 3361 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 156.2 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.2 g | ||
| Protein | 112.8 g | 226% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.7 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 701 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 12.1 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1984 mg | 42% | |
*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.
