Description
Indulge in the irresistible taste of Crispy Oven Fried Chicken, a healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken that retains all the flavor and crunch you love. Marinated in a spiced buttermilk mixture, this dish features tender chicken coated in a satisfying blend of panko breadcrumbs, flour, and cornmeal, baked to crispy perfection. Perfect for family gatherings, game day snacks, or a comforting weeknight dinner, this oven-fried chicken brings joy and warmth to any table. Serve it with classic sides like coleslaw or mashed potatoes and your favorite dipping sauces for a complete meal that everyone will enjoy. With easy preparation steps and quick cooking time, this recipe is suitable for cooks of all skill levels.
Ingredients
- 10–12 chicken tenderloins
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup fine cornmeal
- 1 tbsp salt
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in buttermilk and spices for 6–24 hours.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Melt butter on the baking sheet.
- Combine coating ingredients in a mixing bowl.
- Bread the marinated chicken with the coating mixture.
- Arrange breaded chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes; flip and bake for an additional 5 minutes until cooked through.
- Optional: Broil for extra crispiness or use an air fryer if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 58g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For added flavor, let the chicken marinate longer. To enhance crunchiness, press breadcrumbs firmly onto chicken before baking. Ensure even spacing on the baking sheet to promote proper cooking.