This Baked Fried Chicken gives you all the crunchy coating and juicy interior of traditional fried chicken — but it’s baked in the oven with less mess, less oil, and way more ease!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per Serving: ~370 kcal
🛒 Ingredients
🍗 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
🥛 1 cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice)
🧂 1 tsp salt
🌶️ 1/2 tsp paprika
🌿 1/2 tsp garlic powder
🌿 1/2 tsp onion powder
🌿 1/2 tsp dried oregano
🧂 1/4 tsp black pepper
🍞 1 1/2 cups crushed cornflakes or seasoned breadcrumbs
🥄 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
🛢️ 2 tbsp vegetable oil or melted butter (for drizzling)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Marinate the Chicken:
In a large bowl or bag, mix chicken, buttermilk, and all seasonings. Let marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight in the fridge.
2️⃣ Preheat Oven:
Preheat to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top. Spray lightly with cooking spray.
3️⃣ Prepare Breading:
In a shallow bowl, mix crushed cornflakes (or breadcrumbs) with flour. Remove chicken from marinade and dredge in the breading mix, pressing firmly to coat.
4️⃣ Arrange & Drizzle:
Place chicken on the prepared rack. Lightly drizzle or spray the tops with oil or melted butter for maximum crisp.
5️⃣ Bake:
Bake for 35–40 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until golden and cooked through (internal temp: 165°F/74°C).
6️⃣ Serve Hot:
Let rest 5 minutes. Serve with mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or honey mustard dipping sauce!
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- 🍗 Crispy “fried” texture without deep frying
- 🔥 Perfectly seasoned and juicy inside
- 🧽 No messy oil = easy cleanup
- 👨👩👧👦 Family favorite that feels indulgent but is oven-baked
💡 Helpful Tips
- Use a wire rack for even baking and a crispier crust.
- Add cayenne or hot sauce to the marinade for heat!
- Let coated chicken rest for 10 minutes before baking for better crisp.
- Works great with drumsticks or tenders too!
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