CRISPY BAKED 'FRIED' CHICKEN

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Savor Cat Cora's Crispy Baked "Fried" Chicken recipe from Food Network Magazine: Corn flakes make it crispy, while paprika, cayenne and sage give it spice.

Provided by Cat Cora

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 chicken pieces (preferably 2 breasts, 2 thighs, 2 legs and 2 wings)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 cups cornflakes
2/3 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
3/4 teaspoon ground sage
Serving suggestion: Easy Greens, recipe follows

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Place a rack in a roasting pan or on a baking sheet.
  • Rinse the chicken in cold water; pat dry. In a wide bowl or on a plate, season the flour with salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Dredge each chicken piece through the flour so it's fully coated, tap against the bowl to shake off excess flour and set aside. Discard the flour.
  • Here comes the part kids like best: Crush the cornflakes by placing them in a big resealable plastic bag, carefully pressing the bag to push out the air. Seal up the bag (with as little air inside as possible) and run over the flakes with a rolling pin. Open the bag and pour the crushed flakes into a wide bowl or onto a plate.
  • In a large bowl (big enough to dredge the chicken pieces), mix the buttermilk, mustard, cayenne pepper, paprika and sage. Give each floured chicken piece a good buttermilk bath and then roll in the cornflake crumbs.
  • Arrange the chicken pieces on the rack and place in the hot oven. Cook for 15 to 20 minutes, lower the heat to 375 degrees and cook for another 25 to 30 minutes, until cooked through and crispy. The juices should run clear when the meat is pierced with a knife. Serve with Easy Greens.
  • Per serving: Calories 520; Fat 22 g (Sat. 6 g; Mono. 9 g; Poly. 5 g); Cholesterol 136 mg; Sodium 1,040 mg; Carbohydrate 41 g; Fiber 1.5 g; Protein 40 g
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 2 pounds hearty greens (escarole, chicory, mustard greens or a combination, large stems trimmed), slightly cover the pot and cook until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain greens in a colander, then let cool about 10 minutes. Drizzle with 3 tablespoons each extra-virgin olive oil and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper.
  • Per serving: Calories 130; Fat 10.5 g (Sat. 1.5 g; Mono. 7.4 g; Poly. 1.2 g); Cholesterol 0 mg; Sodium 27.5 mg; Carbohydrate 9 g; Fiber 7 g; Protein 2.5 g

Tommy Wright
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's so easy to make and the chicken is always delicious.


Casen Evans
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always looking for easy and delicious recipes, and this one fits the bill perfectly. The chicken is so crispy and juicy, and the flavor is amazing.


arfin hasan
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I was really impressed with this recipe. The chicken was so crispy and flavorful, and the crust was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Ayomide Ibrahim
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I've tried many baked fried chicken recipes, but this one is by far the best. The chicken is always crispy and juicy, and the flavor is amazing.


Caleb
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This recipe is so easy to follow and the chicken turns out perfect every time. I love that I can make fried chicken without having to fry it.


spanx jm
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I made this for my family and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it all up. The chicken was so juicy and tender.


Open Mind
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This recipe is a keeper! I've already made it twice and both times it was a hit. The chicken is so flavorful and the crust is perfectly crispy.


Olothando Budeli
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I was skeptical at first because I've never had good luck with baked fried chicken, but this recipe was amazing! The chicken was crispy and juicy, and the flavor was perfect.


Jaddah Mobile
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's so easy to make and the chicken is always delicious.


Farah Akram
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always looking for easy and delicious recipes, and this one fits the bill perfectly. The chicken is so crispy and juicy, and the flavor is amazing.


Marvella Bae
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I was really impressed with this recipe. The chicken was so crispy and flavorful, and the crust was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Alex Leonard
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I've tried many baked fried chicken recipes, but this one is by far the best. The chicken is always crispy and juicy, and the flavor is amazing.


Holly WithacapitalH
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This recipe is so easy to follow and the chicken turns out perfect every time. I love that I can make fried chicken without having to fry it.


Mubashir King
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I made this for my family and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it all up. The chicken was so juicy and tender.


kabo mac donald
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This recipe is a keeper! I've already made it twice and both times it was a hit. The chicken is so flavorful and the crust is perfectly crispy.


All Rounder fresh music
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I was skeptical at first because I've never had good luck with baked fried chicken, but this recipe was amazing! The chicken was crispy and juicy, and the flavor was perfect.


Rampaige Squirrel
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's so easy to make and the chicken is always delicious.


DJ Ahmed
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This was the best fried chicken I've ever had! The crust was crispy and flavorful, and the chicken was juicy and tender. I will definitely be making this again.