Baked fried chicken recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs chicken pieces (drumsticks, thighs, breasts)
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
• Cooking spray or olive oil

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Chicken:
   • Place the chicken pieces in a large bowl and pour buttermilk over them.
   • Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours or overnight. This helps tenderize the chicken.
2. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
3. Prepare the Coating:
   • In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
4. Coat the Chicken:
   • Take each piece of chicken from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, and coat it thoroughly in the seasoned flour mixture.
5. Place on Baking Sheet:
   • Place a wire rack on a baking sheet and arrange the coated chicken pieces on the rack. This allows air to circulate around the chicken, making it crispier.
6. Drizzle with Oil:
   • Lightly drizzle or spray the chicken pieces with cooking spray or olive oil. This helps them brown and become crispy in the oven.
7. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for about 40-50 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
8. Serve:
   • Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce or side dishes.