Description
Crispy and juicy oven-fried chicken marinated in buttermilk, then baked to golden perfection. A healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken with the same delicious flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in a large bowl and cover them with buttermilk. Let them marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Remove the chicken breasts from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each breast in the seasoned flour mixture, making sure to coat both sides evenly.
- Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet and lightly spray the tops with cooking spray.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is crispy and golden brown.
Notes
- Marinating overnight enhances flavor and tenderness.
- Use a wire rack on the baking sheet for extra crispiness.
- Check doneness with a meat thermometer (165°F/74°C internal temperature).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
