Best 5 Crispy Onion Unfried Chicken Recipes

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Crispy onion unfried chicken is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional fried chicken, without sacrificing any of the flavor. This guilt-free dish uses a combination of crispy onion bits and a flavorful coating to create a dish that has all the crispy goodness of fried chicken, without the added fat and calories. Whether you're looking for a healthier option or just a new twist on a classic, crispy onion unfried chicken is sure to satisfy your cravings.

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CRISPY ONION CHICKEN



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My family loves chicken, and I'm always trying new ways to prepare it. This golden-brown chicken with its crunchy french-fried onion coating is great with rice, baked potatoes, macaroni salad or potato salad. -Charlotte Smith, McDonald, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup butter, melted
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (6 ounces) cheddar or original French-fried onions, crushed, divided
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, combine butter, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, garlic salt and pepper. In another shallow bowl, place 1/2 cup crushed onions. Dip chicken in butter mixture, then coat with onions. , Place in a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Top with remaining onions; drizzle with any remaining butter mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 603 calories, Fat 47g fat (21g saturated fat), Cholesterol 124mg cholesterol, Sodium 919mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein.

CRISPY ONION CHICKEN



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I got this recipe from Taste Of Home magazine. It is so good, yet so easy! Kids love it! I crush the french-fried onions in a baggie to avoid the mess.

Provided by keen5

Categories     Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, melted
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 (6 ounce) can cheddar French-fried onions or 1 (6 ounce) can original French-fried onions, crushed

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, combine the butter, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, garlic salt and pepper.
  • Dip chicken in the butter mixture, then coat with onions.
  • Place in a greased 9-inch square baking pan.
  • Top with any remaining onions; drizzle with any remaining butter mixture.
  • Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes or until chicken juices run clear.

OPRAH'S UNFRIED CHICKEN



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Oprah's famous "unfried chicken" recipe from personal chef Rosie's cookbook. Very tasty, low fat substitute for the Colonel's. 1

Provided by yooper

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 skinless chicken drumsticks
6 skinless chicken breast halves
3 1/2 cups ice water
1 cup plain nonfat yogurt
vegetable oil cooking spray
1 cup dried Italian breadcrumbs
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Remove skin from chicken pieces.
  • Place all chicken pieces in a large bowl with the ice water.
  • Put yogurt in a medium bowl; set aside.
  • Spray a baking sheet with vegetable oil.
  • Combine all breading ingredients in a large, tight-sealing bag.
  • Shake to mix.
  • Remove two pieces of the chicken from the ice water.
  • Roll each piece in yogurt.
  • Put chicken in plastic bag with the breading mix.
  • Seal and shake, coating each piece thoroughly.
  • Place on oiled baking sheet.
  • Repeat with remaining chicken pieces.
  • Spray chicken lightly with vegetable oil.
  • Place baking sheet on bottom of the preheated 400°F oven.
  • Bake for 1 hour, turning pieces over every 20 minutes for even browning.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.9, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 117.2, Sodium 517.8, Carbohydrate 33, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 4.4, Protein 47.4

CRISPY BAKED CHICKEN



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My siblings and I couldn't wait to sit down to supper when Mom was making this delicious chicken. The cornmeal in the coating gives each juicy golden piece a wonderful crunch. -Karen Wingate, Coldwater, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup 2% milk
1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 3-1/2 pounds), cut up
1/3 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl combine the first six ingredients. Pour milk in another shallow bowl. Dip chicken in milk, then roll in the cornmeal mixture. , Place chicken in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Drizzle with butter. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 50-55 minutes or until juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430 calories, Fat 25g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 118mg cholesterol, Sodium 785mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

ONE-POT CRISPY CHICKEN AND RICE



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This meal is so comforting and family friendly. My kids eat every morsel on their plates. This is also a super economical way to feed a family or a large crowd. Great served with green beans, broccoli, or a salad.

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
6 (4 ounce) bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided
¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
⅔ cup finely chopped yellow onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ cups uncooked long-grain rice
3 cups chicken stock, divided, or more to taste
1 tablespoon finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 medium lemon, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Heat oil in large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sprinkle chicken thighs evenly with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
  • Place chicken skin-side down in the Dutch oven; cook undisturbed until golden crisp and easily released from the bottom, about 5 minutes. Flip chicken and cook for 3 minutes more. Transfer to a plate and set aside. Chicken will not be cooked through at this point.
  • Add butter to the drippings and melt. Add onion and cook, stirring often, until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add garlic; cook for 1 minute. Add rice; cook, stirring to coat grains in drippings and lightly toast, about 1 minute. Stir in 3 cups stock and remaining salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Use a wooden spoon to scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the Dutch oven. Place the chicken thighs over the rice.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until all liquid has been absorbed and chicken is cooked through, 45 to 55 minutes. Add remaining stock if liquid is absorbed before rice and chicken are cooked through. Sprinkle with parsley and squeeze lemon juice over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.7 calories, Carbohydrate 41.6 g, Cholesterol 76.5 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 23.3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 891.4 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

Tips:

  • To achieve the perfect crispy texture without frying, coat the chicken in a mixture of crushed pork rinds, almond flour, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. This coating creates a flavorful and crunchy crust.
  • For a healthier alternative to pork rinds, use crushed whole wheat crackers or cornflakes.
  • Make sure the chicken is evenly coated in the flour mixture before pan-frying. This will help ensure that it cooks evenly and doesn't stick to the pan.
  • Use a large skillet with a lid to cook the chicken. This will help the chicken cook evenly and prevent splattering.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat until it is golden brown and crispy. Be careful not to overcook it, or it will become dry.
  • Serve the crispy onion unfried chicken immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing or honey mustard.

Conclusion:

This crispy onion unfried chicken recipe is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional fried chicken. It's easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you're looking for a weeknight meal or a party appetizer, this recipe is sure to please.

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