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Crispy Oven-Baked Fried Chicken

Crispy Oven-Baked Fried Chicken That Will Wow Your Tastebuds

Enjoy the crunchy, flavorful, and healthier alternative to fried chicken with this Crispy Oven-Baked Fried Chicken recipe.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 2 cups Buttermilk Substitute with milk mixed with lemon juice or vinegar if needed.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Seasoned Salt Regular salt can work as a substitute.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
For the Baking
  • 3 tablespoons Butter
  • 1 unit Ziploc Bag For easy coating.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Ziploc Bag
  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak the chicken breasts in a bowl or Ziploc bag filled with buttermilk for 20 to 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  3. Mix all-purpose flour, salt, seasoned salt, pepper, and paprika in a large Ziploc bag or bowl.
  4. Melt about 3 tablespoons of butter in a 9x13-inch baking pan in the preheated oven.
  5. Coat the chicken with the flour mixture by placing it in the bag and shaking until each piece is evenly coated.
  6. Place the coated chicken breasts in a single layer in the pan over the melted butter and bake for 20 minutes.
  7. After 20 minutes, flip each chicken breast and bake for an additional 20 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This recipe is perfect for family dinners or barbecues. Pair with creamy coleslaw or Garlic Parmesan Chicken for a delightful meal.

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