Bloody Mary Oven Fried Chicken

Elevate your weeknight chicken dinner with this bold and flavorful Bloody Mary Oven Fried Chicken. Inspired by the classic cocktail, this recipe combines juicy, tender boneless chicken thighs with a tangy marinade infused with tomato juice, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and celery salt for a punch of zesty, savory goodness. Oven-baked to crispy perfection with a spiced coating of flour, cornmeal, paprika, and cayenne, this lighter fried chicken alternative delivers all the crunch without the excess oil. Perfect for entertaining or a fun family meal, serve these golden-brown beauties with lemon wedges and crunchy celery sticks for a unique, cocktail-inspired touch. Whether you're a Bloody Mary fan or just looking for a flavorful twist on fried chicken, this dish is sure to be a hit!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 0.5 cup Tomato juice or Bloody Mary mix
• 1 tablespoon Hot sauce
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Celery salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cornmeal
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 0 Cooking oil spray
• 0 Lemon wedges (for serving)
• 0 Celery sticks (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, tomato juice (or Bloody Mary mix), hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, celery salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.

Step 2

Place the chicken thighs into the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight for maximum flavor.

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and place an oven-safe wire rack on top. Spray the rack lightly with cooking oil spray to prevent sticking.

Step 4

In a shallow dish, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.

Step 5

Remove the chicken thighs from the marinade, allowing any excess liquid to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing firmly to ensure an even coating. Shake off any excess flour.

Step 6

Place the coated chicken thighs on the prepared wire rack, spacing them out so they cook evenly.

Step 7

Lightly spray the tops of the chicken with cooking oil spray to help them crisp up in the oven.

Step 8

Bake the chicken in the oven for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the coating is golden brown and the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 9

Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve the Bloody Mary Oven Fried Chicken with lemon wedges and optional celery sticks for a fun thematic garnish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1166.8 grams (1166.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1880

Total Fat 58.00g	74%
Saturated Fat 17.40g	87%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 527mg	176%
Sodium 1598mg	69%
Total Carbohydrate 202.60g	74%
Dietary Fiber 15.40g	55%
Total Sugars 20.50g
Protein 134.30g	269%

Vitamin D 155IU	775%
Calcium 461mg	35%
Iron 14mg	79%
Potassium 2401mg	51%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.9%

Protein: 28.7%

Carbs: 43.3%