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Three pieces of incredibly crispy oven fried chicken with a deep golden-brown crust served on a white plate.

Crispy Oven Fried Chicken

  • Author: cocktailmixguide.com
  • Total Time: 60 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

A recipe for making crispy chicken in the oven without deep frying.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 pounds chicken pieces (legs, thighs, breasts)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • Cooking spray or 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place a wire rack on top. Lightly spray the rack with cooking spray.
  2. In a shallow dish, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using.
  3. In a second shallow dish, whisk the eggs and milk together until combined.
  4. Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels. This helps the coating stick better.
  5. Dip each piece of chicken first into the egg mixture, letting any excess drip off.
  6. Next, dredge the chicken thoroughly in the flour mixture, pressing the coating onto the chicken to make it adhere well.
  7. Place the coated chicken pieces on the prepared wire rack, ensuring they do not touch.
  8. Lightly spray the tops of the coated chicken with cooking spray or drizzle with oil.
  9. Bake for 20 minutes.
  10. Flip the chicken pieces over. Spray or drizzle the other side lightly with cooking spray or oil.
  11. Bake for another 20 to 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius) and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
  12. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can chill the coated chicken on the rack for 30 minutes before baking.
  • Use a meat thermometer to confirm the chicken is fully cooked.
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 45 min
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 1
  • Sodium: 450
  • Fat: 18
  • Saturated Fat: 4
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 15
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 32
  • Cholesterol: 110

Keywords: oven fried chicken, crispy chicken, baked chicken, healthy fried chicken alternative, coated chicken

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