Very Simple Oven Fried Chicken Low Fat
Craving the crispy, golden goodness of fried chicken without the guilt? This Very Simple Oven Fried Chicken Low Fat recipe is the perfect solution! Featuring tender, boneless, skinless chicken breasts marinated in tangy low-fat buttermilk and coated in a crunchy panko breadcrumb mixture infused with Parmesan cheese and aromatic spices like paprika, garlic, and onion powder, every bite delivers flavor and texture. Baked to perfection at 400°F with a light spray of cooking oil, this healthier version of fried chicken is lower in fat but still irresistibly crispy. Ready in just 45 minutes and perfect for weeknight dinners, this easy, family-friendly recipe is a must-try for those looking to enjoy wholesome, oven-baked comfort. Pair it with your favorite sides and enjoy a crowd-pleasing meal that feels indulgent without overindulging!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Low-fat buttermilk
- 1.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 as needed Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and lightly grease it with cooking spray.
Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound them to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch.
Pour the low-fat buttermilk into a shallow dish. Add the chicken breasts and coat them well. Let them marinate while you prepare the coating.
In another shallow dish, mix together the panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Remove each chicken breast from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, and press it into the breadcrumb mixture, coating both sides well. Place the coated chicken breasts onto the prepared baking sheet.
Lightly spray the tops of the chicken with cooking spray to help them crisp up in the oven.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the chicken is golden brown and 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 healthier oven-fried chicken!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1611 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.5 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.4 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 612 mg | 204% | |
| Sodium | 2637 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.0 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.7 g | ||
| Protein | 239.7 g | 479% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 522 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 2267 mg | 48% | |
*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.
