Ranch Marinated Oven Fried Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this irresistibly crispy Ranch Marinated Oven Fried Chicken! This recipe combines the tangy richness of buttermilk ranch dressing and a savory blend of garlic powder, paprika, and Parmesan cheese for a flavor-packed marinade that tenderizes chicken drumsticks or thighs to perfection. Coated in a golden crust of seasoned flour, crunchy panko breadcrumbs, and grated Parmesan, the chicken is baked—not fried—on a wire rack for an evenly crispy texture without the grease. Perfectly cooked in the oven to a juicy, golden finish, this easy-to-make dish is a crowd-pleasing favorite that balances bold flavor with minimal cleanup. Serve it with your favorite dipping sauce or a fresh side salad for a truly satisfying meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Chicken drumsticks or thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 1 cup Buttermilk ranch dressing
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese (grated)
- Olive oil or cooking spray
Instructions
In a large bowl or resealable plastic bag, combine the chicken pieces and ranch dressing. Ensure all the chicken is well-coated, then cover or seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for maximum flavor.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top. Lightly grease the rack with cooking spray or olive oil.
In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
In another shallow dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
Remove each piece of chicken from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off. Dredge the chicken in the seasoned flour, then back into the remaining ranch marinade (optional for extra coating), and finally coat it in the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture. Press lightly to adhere the coating.
Place the coated chicken pieces on the prepared wire rack. Lightly spray the chicken with cooking spray or drizzle with a small amount of olive oil for extra crispiness.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Rotate the baking sheet halfway through cooking to ensure even crisping.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your crispy Ranch Marinated Oven Fried Chicken!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4276 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 271.6 g | 348% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.1 g | 330% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 24.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 894 mg | 298% | |
| Sodium | 6417 mg | 279% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 221.3 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.1 g | ||
| Protein | 227.5 g | 455% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1704 mg | 131% | |
| Iron | 20.5 mg | 114% | |
| Potassium | 2164 mg | 46% | |
*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.
