Shake It and Bake It Coating
Elevate your home-cooked meals with this versatile and flavorful "Shake It and Bake It Coating" recipe—your go-to shortcut for golden, crispy perfection. This easy-to-make dry mix combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour and breadcrumbs with a fragrant blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and herbs like oregano and thyme. For an extra punch of flavor, optional cayenne pepper and Parmesan cheese can take your coating to the next level. Ready in just 5 minutes, this handy mix simplifies mealtime prep—simply shake your chicken, pork, or vegetables in the bag or container for an even coating, and bake to delicious results. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping, this recipe ensures a crispy, savory finish without the mess of frying. Say goodbye to store-bought coatings and hello to homemade, perfectly seasoned magic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1.5 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for spice)
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
If you'd like an added layer of flavor, mix in the grated Parmesan cheese to the dry ingredients.
Whisk everything together until the mixture is evenly incorporated and no clumps remain.
Transfer the coating mix to a large resealable plastic bag or a wide container with a lid for easy shaking.
To use the coating, lightly pat your chosen food (chicken, pork, or vegetables) dry with a paper towel, and optionally brush with a little olive oil to help the coating stick.
Place the food in the bag or container with the coating mix. Seal the bag or secure the lid and shake gently to evenly coat the food.
Remove the food from the bag or container, shaking off any excess coating, and proceed to bake according to your specific recipe instructions.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1149 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.4 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.2 g | 61% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 48 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 4968 mg | 216% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 187.5 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.4 g | ||
| Protein | 52.2 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 779 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 408 mg | 9% | |
*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.
