Description
Life with three lively kids means constantly seeking that sweet spot between delicious meals and sanity-saving simplicity. There are days when the craving for that iconic crispy, juicy fried chicken hits hard, but the thought of a greasy deep fryer or a fast-food run just doesn’t sit right with my mom-heart. I wanted that classic flavor, that satisfying crunch, but without the fuss and extra oil. So, I experimented.
Ingredients
Bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces (drumsticks, thighs, breasts): 8-10 pieces (about 3-4 lbs)
Buttermilk: 2 cups
All-purpose flour: 2 cups
Cornstarch: 1/2 cup
Paprika: 2 tsp
Garlic powder: 2 tsp
Onion powder: 1 tsp
Dried thyme: 1 tsp
Dried oregano: 1 tsp
Cayenne pepper (optional, for heat): 1/2 tsp
Salt: 1 tbsp
Black pepper: 1 tsp
Cooking spray or 2 tbsp oil (for baking sheet): As needed
Instructions
1. 1. First, pat your chicken pieces very dry with paper towels. Then, place them in a large bowl and pour buttermilk over them. Ensure all pieces are coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight. This tenderizes the chicken beautifully for our Oven Fried Chicken KFC Style.
2. 2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a large baking sheet with cooking spray or oil, or line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
3. 3. In a large shallow dish, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. This is the flavorful coating for your KFC Style Oven Fried Chicken.
4. 4. Remove chicken from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Do not rinse.
5. 5. Dredge each chicken piece thoroughly in the flour mixture. Press the coating onto the chicken to ensure a thick, even layer. This creates that crispy exterior on your Oven Fried Chicken KFC Style.
6. 6. Arrange the coated chicken pieces in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them.
7. 7. Bake for 45-60 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until the chicken is golden brown, crispy, and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F / 74°C). Cooking time varies based on chicken piece size. This method creates perfect Oven Fried KFC Chicken.
8. 8. Let the Homemade KFC-style chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 4 hours
- Cook Time: 45-60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Oven Fried Chicken, KFC Style Chicken, Crispy Chicken, Baked Chicken, Homemade Fried Chicken, Easy Chicken Recipe, Family Dinner, Comfort Food