Cornmeal Oven-Fried Chicken Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• STEP 2.In a shallow dish, combine cornmeal, flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
• STEP 3.Dip each chicken piece into beaten egg, then coat it in the cornmeal mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
• STEP 4.Place the coated chicken pieces on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with melted butter or olive oil.
• STEP 5.Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is crispy and golden brown.
• STEP 6.Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
• STEP 7.Serve the cornmeal oven-fried chicken with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• For extra crispy chicken, you can spray the coated chicken pieces with cooking spray before baking.
• If you prefer a spicier flavor, add some cayenne pepper or chili powder to the cornmeal mixture.
• To make the chicken even healthier, you can use skinless chicken breasts or thighs instead of chicken pieces with skin.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover cornmeal oven-fried chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place the chicken on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
• Serve the reheated chicken with fresh vegetables or in a sandwich for a quick and delicious meal.