Description
Buttermilk Oven Fried Chicken delivers all the golden crunch of traditional fried chicken with a healthier, oven-baked twist. The chicken is soaked in a tangy buttermilk marinade, then coated with seasoned crumbs and baked to crispy perfection. This dish is perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or when you’re craving comfort food without the deep fryer.
Ingredients
4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (or breasts)
2 cups buttermilk
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp paprika (smoked or sweet)
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
1 ½ cups seasoned breadcrumbs or crushed cornflakes
Cooking spray or oil for coating
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne. Add chicken and marinate in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet or dish with parchment or grease lightly.
- Place breadcrumbs in a shallow dish. Remove chicken from marinade, let excess drip off, and coat evenly in breadcrumbs.
- Arrange on prepared pan. Spray tops with oil or cooking spray.
- Bake for 35–45 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marinating)
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course