Y’all, are you ready for some crispy, delicious goodness? This Easy Oven-Fried Chicken Recipe is here to elevate your dinner game without all that oil and fuss. Trust me, when you pull this out of the oven, your family will think you spent hours in the kitchen. Let’s get to it!
Check Out That Golden Brown Chicken!
Feast your eyes on this beautiful oven-fried chicken! It’s crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside—just the way we like it.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Gather these ingredients to whip up this mouthwatering dish:
- 4 chicken pieces (legs, thighs, or breasts)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking spray or olive oil
Instructions to Cook Up Some Delicious Chicken
Now, let’s break it down step by step:
- Start by marinating your chicken pieces in buttermilk. Let it soak for at least 1 hour, or even overnight if you can, so that it gets nice and tender.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and give it a light spray with cooking oil to prevent sticking.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. This will give your chicken that mouthwatering flavor.
- Once the chicken has soaked, take each piece out and shake off the excess buttermilk.
- Next, dredge each piece in the seasoned flour, making sure each piece is well coated. Shake off any extra flour and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- For that extra crunch, spray the tops of the chicken with a bit of cooking spray or drizzle some olive oil over them.
- Pop that baking sheet in the oven and let it bake for about 35-45 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. A meat thermometer should read 165°F when it’s done.
- Once your chicken has reached golden perfection, take it out and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. This helps keep those juices locked in!
Now, serve that gorgeous chicken up with your favorite sides—mac and cheese, collard greens, or maybe even some cornbread. Enjoy every last bite!