Description
Discover the secret to making crispy, golden, and deliciously juicy Buttermilk Oven-Fried Chicken with our easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for those seeking a healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken, this recipe delivers all the flavors and textures you love without the excess oil.
Ingredients
1 Chicken, cut up
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons garlic pepper
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons paprika
1 cup buttermilk
2 eggs
1 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Mix the flour, garlic pepper, sugar, and paprika in a baking pan.
- Whisk together buttermilk, eggs, baking powder, and baking soda in a bowl.
- Dip each chicken piece in the buttermilk mixture, then coat in the flour mixture. Repeat for a double coating.
- Place coated chicken in a baking pan, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 50-55 minutes until golden.
Notes
For extra crispiness, allow the coated chicken to sit on a wire rack for a few minutes before baking.
If using boneless chicken, adjust cooking time to 20-30 minutes or until fully cooked.
Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend for a gluten-free version.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Buttermilk Oven-Fried Chicken, Healthy Fried Chicken Recipe, Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken, Buttermilk Chicken, Easy Chicken Dinner, Family Dinner Recipe