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Close-up of golden brown, crispy Buttermilk Baked Fried Chicken tenders resting on a dark baking sheet.

Buttermilk Baked Fried Chicken

This recipe gives you a healthier, baked version of classic fried chicken that your family will enjoy. Marinating the chicken in buttermilk keeps it tender and flavorful. It is a simple, family-friendly meal for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 457
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2-3 pounds chicken breast boneless skinless
  • 1 cup buttermilk
Coating Mixture
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Equipment

  • Mallet or rolling pin
  • Baking sheet
  • Shallow dish

Method
 

  1. Place each chicken breast between two layers of plastic wrap. Use a mallet or rolling pin to flatten the chicken to 3/4 inch thickness.
  2. Soak the flattened chicken in 1 cup of buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
  3. In a shallow dish, combine the panko bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, and dried thyme.
  4. Shake the excess buttermilk off each piece of chicken and coat it thoroughly in the bread mixture.
  5. Lay the coated chicken in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake in a preheated 400°F oven for about 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Nutrition

Calories: 457kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 61gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 168mgSodium: 837mgPotassium: 992mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 610IUVitamin C: 2.7mgCalcium: 409mgIron: 2.2mg

Notes

Marinating the chicken in buttermilk is key; it tenderizes the meat and adds flavor. This baked chicken is a great, lighter alternative to deep-fried versions, and it is simple enough for a busy weeknight meal that your children will like.

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