Easy Oven Fried Chicken

Craving crispy, golden fried chicken without the mess of deep frying? This Easy Oven Fried Chicken recipe delivers all the crunch and flavor of traditional fried chicken with a healthier, hassle-free twist. Juicy chicken drumsticks are marinated in tangy buttermilk for extra tenderness, then coated in a flavorful blend of all-purpose flour, cornmeal, and spices like paprika and garlic powder. A quick spray of olive oil helps the chicken crisp up beautifully in the oven, no heavy oil required! With a prep time of just 15 minutes and a bake time of 40, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual family dinners. Serve it alongside your favorite dipping sauce or comfort-food sides for a meal that's guaranteed to satisfy. Keywords: oven fried chicken, crispy baked chicken, healthy fried chicken alternative.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 chicken drumsticks
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup cornmeal
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 olive oil spray or cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place a wire rack on top to allow air circulation.

Step 2

Place the chicken drumsticks in a large bowl or zip-top bag and pour in the buttermilk. Ensure the chicken is fully coated, then set aside for 10 minutes. This helps tenderize the chicken and adds flavor.

Step 3

In a separate shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper. Mix well to form a seasoned coating mixture.

Step 4

Remove each drumstick from the buttermilk one at a time, allowing excess to drip off, and dredge it in the flour mixture. Press gently to ensure the coating sticks well. Place the coated drumsticks on the prepared wire rack.

Step 5

Lightly spray the coated chicken drumsticks with olive oil spray or cooking spray to help them crisp in the oven.

Step 6

Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, turning halfway through the cook time, until the coating is golden brown and the internal temperature of the chicken reads 165°F (74°C).

Step 7

Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or side dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1082.6 grams (1082.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2033

Total Fat 69.90g	90%
Saturated Fat 21.20g	106%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 585mg	195%
Sodium 3053mg	133%
Total Carbohydrate 190.50g	69%
Dietary Fiber 13.20g	47%
Total Sugars 13.30g
Protein 162.10g	324%

Vitamin D 127IU	635%
Calcium 395mg	30%
Iron 15mg	85%
Potassium 2116mg	45%

*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: 30.8%

Protein: 31.8%

Carbs: 37.4%