Baked Crispy Chicken
This Baked Crispy Chicken offers a healthier alternative to fried chicken, delivering golden-brown crunch and juicy tenderness without the excess oil. It's easy to prepare, oven-baked to perfection, and ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs bone-in and skin-on
- 1 cup buttermilk for marinating
- 1 cup breadcrumbs preferably panko
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese finely grated
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a wire rack.
- Marinate chicken thighs in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight in the fridge.
- In a shallow bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Remove chicken from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing to adhere.
- Place coated chicken on prepared baking sheet. Lightly drizzle or spray olive oil over each piece.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra crispiness, use a wire rack over your baking sheet to allow airflow underneath the chicken.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 544kcalCarbohydrates: 23.8gProtein: 40.3gFat: 31.8gSaturated Fat: 8.6gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 138mgSodium: 700mgFiber: 1.2gSugar: 3g