The Best Oven Fried Chicken
Prepare to savor the ultimate comfort food makeover with "The Best Oven Fried Chicken," a guilt-free twist on a fried chicken classic. This recipe delivers irresistibly crispy chicken drumsticks baked to golden perfection, thanks to a flavorful breading of panko breadcrumbs, all-purpose flour, and a blend of pantry spices like paprika, garlic powder, and thyme. Marinated in tangy buttermilk and a splash of hot sauce, the chicken stays juicy and tender on the inside. With a quick spritz of olive oil spray, the magic of the oven replicates that coveted crunch—no deep fryer needed! Ready in under an hour and perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this healthier oven-fried chicken pairs beautifully with your favorite sides for a meal that’s bound to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Chicken drumsticks
- 2 cups Buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons Hot sauce
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- as needed Olive oil cooking spray
Instructions
Place the chicken drumsticks in a large bowl. Pour the buttermilk over the chicken, add hot sauce, and stir to coat evenly. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a wire rack and spray it lightly with olive oil cooking spray.
In a large bowl, combine the flour, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to create the breading mixture.
Remove the chicken pieces from the buttermilk marinade and let the excess drip off. Dredge each piece of chicken in the breading mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating adheres well. Shake off any excess breading.
Arrange the coated chicken pieces on the prepared baking sheet or wire rack, ensuring they have space to cook evenly.
Lightly spray the chicken with olive oil cooking spray to help the crust crisp up in the oven.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even cooking. The chicken is done when the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your crispy, oven-fried chicken with your favorite sides!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2551 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.7 g | 120% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.4 g | 152% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 798 mg | 266% | |
| Sodium | 4499 mg | 196% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 205.1 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.1 g | ||
| Protein | 220.0 g | 440% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.3 mcg | 32% | |
| Calcium | 710 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 19.0 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 2733 mg | 58% | |
*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.
