Description
Enjoy the crispy goodness of this delicious Oven-Fried Chicken recipe, featuring juicy chicken coated in a flavorful blend of cornflakes, Parmesan, and spices, baked to perfection for a healthier twist on a classic favorite.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces (drumsticks or thighs)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
For the Coating:
- 1 1/2 cups crushed cornflakes or breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons melted butter or cooking spray
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken in buttermilk and hot sauce, refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Prepare for Baking: Preheat oven to 400°F, line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top, coat with cooking spray.
- Coat the Chicken: Combine cornflakes, Parmesan, and spices in a bowl. Coat chicken pieces in the mixture.
- Bake: Arrange chicken on the wire rack, drizzle with butter or cooking spray. Bake for 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway until golden and crispy.
- Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra crunch, double-dip the chicken in buttermilk and crumbs.
- Use boneless chicken for a faster cook time.
- Serve with coleslaw or mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
