Description
Southern-style Oven-Fried Chicken delivers crispy, golden perfection without deep-frying hassles. Seasoned breading and smart baking techniques guarantee juicy meat and irresistible crunch that keeps families coming back for more.
Ingredients
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Meat:
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 4 drumsticks
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (Panko recommended)
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Liquid and Cooking Ingredients:
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or cooking spray
Instructions
- Elevate the chicken’s flavor by submerging it in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes, allowing the tangy liquid to tenderize and infuse the meat with rich, creamy notes.
- Create a robust coating by blending breadcrumbs with flour and an aromatic medley of spices, including paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
- Gently extract each chicken piece from the buttermilk bath, allowing excess liquid to cascade off, then meticulously enrobe the meat in the seasoned breading mixture.
- Position the thoroughly coated chicken pieces on a prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching for optimal air circulation.
- Enhance the potential for a crisp exterior by lightly misting the chicken with olive oil or cooking spray, which will promote golden-brown coloration.
- Slide the baking sheet into a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven, transforming the chicken through even, radiant heat for approximately 35–40 minutes.
- Midway through cooking, delicately flip each piece to guarantee uniform browning and consistent doneness.
- Verify the chicken’s readiness by confirming an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) using a reliable meat thermometer.
- Allow the chicken to rest for a brief 5-minute interlude, permitting juices to redistribute and ensuring maximum succulence before serving.
Notes
- Use cold buttermilk for deeper flavor penetration and more tender meat.
- Choose bone-in chicken pieces for juicier results and richer taste.
- Elevate chicken on a wire rack while baking to ensure crispy all-around coating and prevent soggy bottom.
- Customize seasoning blend by adding cayenne for heat or herbs like thyme for extra complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg