Best 11 Baked Chicken Marinated In Buttermilk Recipes

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Baked chicken marinated in buttermilk is a classic dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The buttermilk marinade helps to tenderize the chicken, while the baking process creates a crispy, golden-brown skin. This dish is perfect for a casual weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal. With so many variations on this recipe, you're sure to find one that suits your taste and preferences.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED BUTTERMILK CHICKEN



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Buttermilk keeps baked chicken tender; a coating of cornflakes makes each piece as crispy as fried chicken, but with less fat.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

Olive-oil cooking spray
4 chicken drumsticks (about 1 pound), skins removed
2 whole boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 3/4 pounds), halved
2 1/2 cups low-fat buttermilk
4 cups cornflakes, finely crushed
3/4 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Lemon wedges (optional)
Flat-leaf parsley sprig (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Generously coat a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray; set aside. Rinse chicken, and pat dry. Transfer to a medium bowl. Pour buttermilk over chicken. Cover, and let marinate 1 hour in refrigerator.
  • Toss cornflakes, Old Bay, thyme, basil, and cayenne in a large bowl. Remove 1 piece of chicken at a time from buttermilk, letting excess drip back into bowl, and dredge in cornflake mixture.
  • Transfer pieces to oiled baking sheet; lightly coat each one with cooking spray. Bake, turning pieces halfway through, until crisp and cooked through, about 40 minutes. Transfer to a platter; garnish with lemon wedges and parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 g, Cholesterol 119 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 46 g, Sodium 586 g

BUTTERMILK BAKED CHICKEN



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Time 13h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups buttermilk
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1/2 yellow onion, sliced
5 sprigs fresh thyme
3 cloves garlic, smashed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 (3 pound) chicken cut into 8 pieces, rinsed and patted dry
2 cups crushed corn flakes
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Fit a sheet tray with a wire rack and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Mix together buttermilk, lemon juice, hot sauce, onion, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper to a large bowl. Add chicken and coat with mixture. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for 3 hours or up 12 hours.
  • Mix corn flakes, Parmesan cheese, and thyme together. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Remove chicken from the marinade, letting the excess drip off, and dredge through the corn flake-Parmesan mixture, pressing to help it adhere.
  • Place on the wire rack-fitted sheet tray and bake for 45 minutes until golden and crisp.

BUTTERMILK BRINED CHICKEN THIGHS



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Provided by Bev Weidner

Categories     main-dish

Time 5h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 5 thighs)
2 cups buttermilk
2 sprigs fresh rosemary plus 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary leaves, plus additional chopped rosemary for garnish
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds baby Yukon, baby purple or fingerling potatoes, quartered
6 tablespoons olive oil
2 heads broccoli, cut into florets
Zest and juice of 1 lemon

Steps:

  • Add the chicken, buttermilk, 2 sprigs of rosemary, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper to a large resealable plastic bag. Let marinate, refrigerated, for 4 hours or up to overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Add the potatoes, 2 tablespoons chopped rosemary, 2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon pepper and 2 tablespoons olive oil to a large bowl. Toss together until everything is coated. Pour onto a rimmed baking sheet and spread in an even layer. Reserve the bowl. Bake for 40 minutes.
  • Add the broccoli to the same bowl. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a little lemon zest. The Add broccoli to the baking sheet with the potatoes and toss to combine. Return to the oven and cook until tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Remove the chicken thighs from the marinade one by one, shaking the remaining buttermilk off lightly, and add to the skillet. Cook until the thighs are slightly charred, 6 to 7 minutes. Flip and cook on the other side until fully cooked, another 6 to 7 minutes. Serve the chicken with a side of potatoes and broccoli. Garnish with fresh rosemary and lemon juice.

SPICY BUTTERMILK BAKED CHICKEN



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This buttermilk baked chicken is not breaded - yum!

Provided by Rogerson

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 12h45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups buttermilk
2 cups Buffalo wing sauce (such as Frank's®)
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Whisk buttermilk, Buffalo sauce, mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper together in a shallow bowl. Add chicken. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 12 to 24 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Pour chicken and marinade into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until juices run clear, about 40 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.2 calories, Carbohydrate 27.8 g, Cholesterol 65.7 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 3976.8 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

BUTTERMILK BAKED CHICKEN



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I am so much the cooking show food addict on Saturday afternoon. This is a great recipe that my chicken eating family loves. This comes from the PBS show Everyday Food, which features super simple recipes.

Provided by Kitsmomma

Categories     High Protein

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

vegetable oil, for baking sheet
8 slices white bread
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 pinch salt
1 pinch pepper
3/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated (2 1/2 ounces)
1 teaspoon dried thyme
4 lbs chicken parts, rinsed and patted dry (preferably legs, thighs, and wings)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Generously rub a baking sheet with oil. In a food processor, pulse bread until it turns into coarse crumbs.
  • In a large bowl, stir together buttermilk, hot-pepper sauce, ¾ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper. In a separate bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, thyme, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
  • Place the chicken in the buttermilk mixture, turning to coat evenly. Working with one piece at a time, remove chicken from liquid, letting excess drip back into bowl; dredge in the breadcrumb mixture, turning to coat evenly. Place coated chicken pieces on prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake until chicken is golden brown, about 35 minutes.
  • Leave enough space between the chicken pieces so that they crisp evenly all the way around.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1196.7, Fat 62, SaturatedFat 19.1, Cholesterol 371.4, Sodium 1089.9, Carbohydrate 29.3, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 5.3, Protein 122.4

MARINATED BAKED CHICKEN



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This tender flavorful chicken is one of my mom's specialties. Soy sauce and bottled Italian dressing combine in a mouthwatering marinade that nicely complements the meat.-Cindy Kufeldt, Orlando, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup Italian salad dressing
1/2 cup soy sauce
6 bone-in chicken breast halves
1/8 teaspoon onion salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic salt
Kale leaves and spiced apple rings, optional

Steps:

  • In a measuring cup, combine salad dressing and soy sauce. Pour 3/4 cup into a large resealable plastic bag; add chicken. Seal the bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight, turning several times. Refrigerate remaining marinade for basting., Drain chicken discarding marinade. Place chicken, skin side up, on a rack in a roasting pan. Sprinkle with onion salt and garlic salt. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-60 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°, brushing occasionally with reserved marinade. Garnish platter with kale and apple rings if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

BUTTERMILK AND HERB MARINATED CHICKEN



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Buttermilk lends moist tenderness to lean meat; rosemary adds herby depth. Serve with Tomato Bread Salad with Olives and Mint.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup low-fat buttermilk
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
Coarse salt and ground pepper
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, (6 to 8 ounces each)
Vegetable oil, for grates

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, rosemary, 1 teaspoon salt, and teaspoon pepper. Add chicken to marinade, turning to coat. Marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes (or refrigerate, up to overnight).
  • Heat grill to medium; lightly oil grates. Lift chicken from marinade, shaking off excess; discard marinade. Grill until an instant-read thermometer inserted in thickest part of chicken registers 165 degrees, 5 to 8 minutes per side. Remove from grill. Tent loosely with aluminum foil; let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 g, Fat 3 g, Protein 48 g

CREAMY BUTTERMILK BAKED CHICKEN THIGHS



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I have also made this using 4 large bone-in chicken breasts both will work fine for this recipe, if desired you may add in a can of very well drained sliced mushrooms to the sauce, use only buttermilk for this regular milk will not produce the same flavor ---serve with with cooked rice, this is very good!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 tablespoons cubed cold butter
6 bone-in chicken thighs (or you may use as many that will fit into the baking dish)
3/4 cup buttermilk
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4-1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (can use more)
1 cup buttermilk
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup, untiluted
1 teaspoon garlic powder (can use less)
1/2 teaspoon season salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)
1 pinch cayenne, pepper (or adjust to suit heat level)
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Set oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Set oven rack to lowest position.
  • Spray an 11 x 7 or a 13 x 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Place the cubed butter in the baking dish and melt in the oven until hot and bubbly (about 8 minutes).
  • Meanwhile place 3/4 cup buttermilk into a shallow bowl.
  • In another shallow bowl combine the flour with 1 teaspoon garlic powder, black pepper and 1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt.
  • Firstly coat the chicken in buttermilk (allowing excess to drip off) then coat 1 pieces of chicken at a time into the flour mixture.
  • Place the chicken into the hot baking dish skin side down in the pan.
  • Bake (425 degrees F) for 20 minutes.
  • Turn the chicken over and continue to bake for another 10 minutes more.
  • Meanwhile for the sauce; in a bowl mix 1 cup buttermilk with the cream of mushroom soup 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper and cayenne pepper until smooth, then mix in 3/4 cup cheddar cheese.
  • Pour over and around the chicken then place back in the oven and continue to bake for another 15-20 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
  • Sprinkle the top with remaining 1/2 cup (or more) cheddar cheese and allow to melt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 792.2, Fat 56.1, SaturatedFat 26.1, Cholesterol 205.6, Sodium 1115.4, Carbohydrate 30.3, Fiber 1, Sugar 6.6, Protein 40.9

BUTTERMILK BAKED CHICKEN



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This tops the list of family requests for dinner. The chicken is moist, flavorful and nicely browned. I alternate using bone-in chicken breasts or skinned and boned breasts.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup butter, melted
2-2/3 cups buttermilk, divided
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon Creole seasoning
8 bone-in chicken breast halves
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted

Steps:

  • Pour butter into two 13-in. x 9-in. baking pans. Pour 2 cups buttermilk into a shallow bowl. In another bowl, combine the flour, garlic salt, pepper and Creole seasoning. Dip chicken in buttermilk, then coat with flour mixture. Place bone side up in prepared pans. , Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 25 minutes. Turn; bake 10 minutes longer or until juices run clear. In a small saucepan, combine the soup and remaining buttermilk; cook and stir over medium heat for 5 minutes or until heated through. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425 calories, Fat 18g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 857mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

SOUTHERN-STYLE BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN



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This is a down home recipe that I have used for years, and thought I would share it! The buttermilk marinade is terrific and is such a comfort food. However this is not a recipe that can be done quickly, but the wait is WELL worth it!

Provided by pinkchef

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Fried Chicken Recipes

Time 3h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups buttermilk
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
5 cups vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • Whisk together buttermilk, mustard, salt and pepper, and cayenne in a bowl, and pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add the chicken pieces, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 to 8 hours.
  • When you are ready to cook the chicken, combine the flour, baking powder, garlic powder, and onion powder in the other plastic bag. Shake to mix thoroughly. Transfer one marinated chicken piece at a time into the dry ingredient bag, and shake well to ensure complete coverage. After all chicken pieces are coated, repeat the process by dipping them in the buttermilk marinade and shaking in the dry coating again.
  • Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat, making sure not to burn the oil. When oil is hot, fry chicken in batches until golden brown and juices run clear, turning chicken to brown evenly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480 calories, Carbohydrate 29.4 g, Cholesterol 77.1 mg, Fat 26.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 29.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 650.4 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

BUTTERMILK-BRINED ROAST CHICKEN



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This recipe, adapted from Samin Nosrat's "Salt Fat Acid Heat," is inspired by the Southern grandma method of marinating chicken overnight in buttermilk before frying it. You're roasting here, but the buttermilk and salt still work like a brine, tenderizing the meat on multiple levels to yield an unbelievably juicy chicken. As an added bonus, the sugars in the buttermilk will caramelize, contributing to an exquisitely browned skin. Be sure to leave 24 hours for marinating the chicken. While the beauty of roast chicken is that you can serve it anytime, anywhere, try serving it alongside panzanella, which plays the role of starch, salad and sauce.

Provided by Samin Nosrat

Categories     dinner, poultry, main course

Time 13h45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 chicken, 3 1/2 to 4 pounds
Kosher salt or fine sea salt
2 cups buttermilk

Steps:

  • The day before you want to cook the chicken, remove the wingtips by cutting through the first wing joint with poultry shears or a sharp knife. Reserve for stock. Season chicken generously with salt and let it sit for 30 minutes.
  • Stir 2 tablespoons kosher salt or 4 teaspoons fine sea salt into the buttermilk to dissolve. Place the chicken in a gallon-size resealable plastic bag and pour in the buttermilk. (If the chicken won't fit in a gallon-size bag, double up 2 plastic produce bags to prevent leaks and tie the bag with twine.)
  • Seal the bag, squish the buttermilk all around the chicken, place on a rimmed plate, and refrigerate for 12 to 24 hours. If you're so inclined, you can turn the bag periodically so every part of the chicken gets marinated, but that's not essential.
  • Pull the chicken from the fridge an hour before you plan to cook it. Heat the oven to 425 degrees with a rack set in the center position.
  • Remove the chicken from the plastic bag and scrape off as much buttermilk as you can without being obsessive. Tightly tie together the legs with a piece of butcher's twine. Place the chicken in a 10-inch cast-iron skillet or a shallow roasting pan.
  • Slide the pan all the way to the back of the oven on the center rack. Rotate the pan so that the legs are pointing toward the rear left corner and the breast is pointing toward the center of the oven. (The back corners tend to be the hottest spots in the oven, so this orientation protects the breast from overcooking before the legs are done.) Pretty quickly you should hear the chicken sizzling.
  • After about 20 minutes, when the chicken starts to brown, reduce the heat to 400 degrees and continue roasting for 10 minutes.
  • Move the pan so the legs are facing the rear right corner of the oven. Continue cooking for another 30 minutes or so, until the chicken is brown all over and the juices run clear when you insert a knife down to the bone between the leg and the thigh. If the skin is getting too brown before it is cooked through, use a foil tent. Remove it to a platter and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 671, UnsaturatedFat 28 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 45 grams, Protein 58 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 1274 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken. A whole chicken or chicken breasts work well for this recipe. If you're using a whole chicken, cut it into 8 pieces.
  • Make sure the buttermilk is cold. Cold buttermilk helps to tenderize the chicken and gives it a more flavorful crust.
  • Marinate the chicken for at least 4 hours, or overnight. The longer the chicken marinates, the more flavorful it will be.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit before baking the chicken. This will help to create a crispy skin.
  • Bake the chicken for 45-60 minutes, or until it is cooked through. The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before serving. This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken and make it more tender.

Conclusion:

Baked chicken marinated in buttermilk is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The buttermilk marinade helps to tenderize the chicken and gives it a flavorful crust. Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, green beans, or roasted vegetables.

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