Homemade Shake and Bake

Recreate a classic weeknight favorite with this easy and flavorful Homemade Shake and Bake recipe! Featuring a perfectly seasoned blend of breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried parsley, this DIY coating delivers a crispy, golden finish to your favorite cuts of chicken or pork. The secret lies in combining the dry mix with a touch of vegetable oil, creating a texture that clings beautifully to the meat for maximum crunch. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep time and baked to perfection in 25 minutes, this healthier alternative to store-bought versions is free from preservatives and fully customizable with pantry staples. Ideal for busy nights, this recipe is a must-try for easy comfort food that the whole family will love. Store any extra coating for more quick and delicious meals!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon sugar
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine breadcrumbs, all-purpose flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, salt, black pepper, and sugar.

Step 2

Drizzle the vegetable oil over the breadcrumb mixture and mix well with a fork until the mixture is evenly coated and resembles coarse sand.

Step 3

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 4

If using chicken or pork, pat the meat dry with paper towels. For best results, lightly coat each piece with water or milk to help the breadcrumb mixture stick.

Step 5

Place the shake-and-bake mixture in a large resealable plastic bag. Add one piece of meat at a time, seal the bag, and shake until the meat is evenly coated.

Step 6

Remove the coated meat from the bag and place it on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 7

Repeat with remaining meat pieces until all are coated.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the meat is fully cooked and golden brown. Chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), and pork should reach 145°F (63°C).

Step 9

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

Step 10

Store any leftover shake-and-bake mixture in an airtight container in the pantry for up to 1 month.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	303.3 grams (303.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1292

Total Fat 51.80g	66%
Saturated Fat 8.10g	41%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 8118mg	353%
Total Carbohydrate 193.40g	70%
Dietary Fiber 12.60g	45%
Total Sugars 18.10g
Protein 34.60g	69%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 175mg	13%
Iron 14mg	76%
Potassium 324mg	7%

*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: 33.8%

Protein: 10.0%

Carbs: 56.1%