Homemade KFC Chicken in the Oven

Homemade KFC Chicken in the Oven
This homemade oven-fried chicken gives you the crispy texture and bold seasoning of KFC without the need for deep frying. Perfectly golden, crunchy on the outside, and juicy on the inside, it’s a healthier twist on a fast-food favorite that’s easy to make at home with pantry staples.For another easy and flavorful dinner, try this creamy baked eggs with cheese recipe from tinsuf.com — quick, filling, and deliciously satisfying.

Ingredients
8 chicken drumsticks or thighs

1 cup buttermilk

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp paprika

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

½ tsp black pepper

1 tsp salt

½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional for spice)

3 tbsp vegetable oil or melted butter

Directions
Marinate the chicken: Place the chicken drumsticks or thighs in a large bowl or zip-top bag. Pour in the buttermilk, making sure the chicken is fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for deeper flavor.

Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and place a wire rack on top. Lightly grease the rack with oil or nonstick spray.

Prepare the flour coating: In a large shallow bowl, mix together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne (if using).

Dredge the chicken: Remove the marinated chicken pieces from the buttermilk, allowing excess liquid to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing firmly to ensure a thick, even coating. Shake off any excess.

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