Oven “Fried” Chicken Recipe (Flour & Spice Coating)
This oven “fried” chicken recipe coats chicken pieces in a simple flour-and-spice mix, then bakes them for a crisp, dry crust without deep frying. It uses a short ingredient list, comes together fast, and the step-by-step how-to keeps the chicken juicy inside while the coating sets in the oven.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Step-by-Step Method
Preheat the oven
Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper to help the coating stay tidy.
Mix the coating
In a wide bowl, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder until evenly blended.
Coat the chicken
Dredge each chicken piece in the seasoned flour. Shake off the extra so the coating stays light and bakes evenly.
Arrange on the tray
Place the chicken in a single layer with a little space between pieces. Avoid stacking so the surface can dry and crisp.
Bake and check doneness
Bake for about 40 minutes. Start checking color around minute 30; thicker pieces may need a few extra minutes. Make sure the chicken is fully cooked through.
Rest and serve
Let it rest for 5 minutes, then serve while warm. A simple salad or roasted vegetables work well on the side.