Crispy Oven-fried Chicken

This crispy oven-fried chicken features a flavorful coating that delivers a satisfying crunch without the need for deep frying. Perfectly seasoned and baked to golden perfection, this dish is a healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken. Serve it with your favorite sides for a delicious family meal!
This recipe is american style, dinner, scaled for 4 servings, with 20 min prep and 40 min cook.
Prep: 20 min · Cook: 40 min · Total: 60 min · Serves: 4
Quick cooking notes
- Core ingredients include salt, olive oil, paprika, all-purpose flour.
- Follow all 8 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
- Ingredient quantities listed below are for 4 servings.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp paprika
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- 800 g chicken thighs (skin-on, bone-in)
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the chicken thighs to the buttermilk mixture, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- In a separate shallow dish, place the flour and season with additional salt and pepper if desired.
- Remove the chicken from the buttermilk mixture, allowing excess to drip off, and dredge each piece in the flour, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Arrange the coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 32 g
- Fat: 22 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.
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