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Extra-Crispy Oven-Fried Chicken: Easy 5pm Weeknight Dinner

  • Author: Grace
  • Total Time: 65 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This extra-crispy oven-fried chicken features a buttermilk marinade and panko coating for a crackling, golden crust without the grease of deep frying. It is a simple, hands-off weeknight dinner that delivers restaurant-quality results in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons mixed spices (paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme) or seasoned salt
  • Cooking spray or melted butter

Instructions

  1. Whisk together buttermilk, egg, hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  2. Toss chicken pieces into the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged. Let sit for at least 10 minutes (or up to overnight).
  3. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and parchment paper.
  4. In a shallow bowl, mix flour, baking powder, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  5. In a separate shallow bowl, pour in panko breadcrumbs.
  6. Remove a chicken piece from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Dredge in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
  7. Press the chicken firmly into the panko breadcrumbs to ensure coating adheres.
  8. Place coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between pieces.
  9. Lightly spray tops with cooking spray or brush with melted butter.
  10. Bake for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  11. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra crispiness, double-dip the chicken in buttermilk and panko. Use bone-in, skin-on thighs for juiciness, or pound breasts to even thickness. Do not crowd the pan. Resting the chicken is crucial for juicy results.

  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken
  • Calories: 450
  • Sodium: 600
  • Fat: 18
  • Saturated Fat: 5
  • Carbohydrates: 30
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 35

Keywords: oven fried chicken, crispy chicken, weeknight dinner, buttermilk chicken, panko chicken, easy chicken recipe, healthy fried chicken

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