Simple Oven Fried Chicken
Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, this Simple Oven Fried Chicken recipe delivers all the satisfaction of classic fried chicken without the mess or excess oil. Perfect for busy weeknights or weekend comfort meals, this recipe features tender chicken drumsticks or thighs marinated in tangy buttermilk, then coated in a seasoned blend of flour, breadcrumbs, paprika, and garlic. A light drizzle of olive oil or melted butter ensures a delightfully crunchy exterior as it bakes to perfection in the oven. Ready in under an hour, this healthier take on fried chicken is easy to make and irresistibly delicious. Pair it with your favorite side dishes for a crowd-pleasing dinner that’s as wholesome as it is mouthwatering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Chicken drumsticks or thighs
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil or melted butter
- 1 as needed Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top. Lightly spray the rack with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Rinse and pat dry the chicken pieces with paper towels. Place the chicken in a large bowl and coat with buttermilk. Let it marinate in the buttermilk while you prepare the coating.
In a shallow dish, combine the flour, breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Mix well to ensure even seasoning.
Remove each chicken piece from the buttermilk, letting the excess drip off. Dredge the chicken in the flour and breadcrumb mixture until evenly coated. Gently press the mixture onto the chicken to help it adhere.
Place the coated chicken pieces on the prepared wire rack. Drizzle the tops of the chicken with olive oil or melted butter to ensure a crispy finish.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, turning the pieces halfway through the cooking time, until golden brown and cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your crispy, oven-fried chicken!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
637 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.7 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.2 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 160 mg | 53% | |
| Sodium | 1109 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.4 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 45.1 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 122 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 551 mg | 12% | |
*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.
