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Buttermilk Oven Fried Chicken 
Caroline

Buttermilk Oven-Fried Chicken

A crispy, golden-brown oven-baked chicken recipe that delivers all the crunch of fried chicken without deep frying. Marinated in a tangy buttermilk-style coating and seasoned with spices for a flavorful, juicy bite.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 pieces
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 365

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole chicken, chopped into pieces
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons garlic pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 cup milk (or buttermilk)
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • olive oil for drizzling

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Baking tray lined with parchment paper
  • whisk
  • Tongs or fork for dipping
  • oven

Method
 

  1. Set your oven to 350°F and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. In a large shallow pan, whisk together flour, garlic pepper, sugar, and paprika.
  3. In a bowl, whisk milk, eggs, baking powder, and baking soda until smooth.
  4. Dip each chicken piece into the milk mixture, then into the flour mixture. Repeat for a second coat.
  5. Place the coated chicken pieces on the tray. Drizzle with olive oil to help crisp the crust.
  6. Bake for 50–55 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.

Notes

  • Internal temperature of chicken should reach 165°F for safe consumption.
  • For extra crunch, use a wire rack over the baking tray so hot air circulates around the chicken.
  • Add smoked paprika for a deeper, smoky flavor.