Homemade KFC-Style Chicken Oven

Crispy, flavorful chicken, marinated and oven-baked with a delicious blend of savory herbs and spices.

Prep Time

15 Minutes

Cook Time

45 Minutes

Total Time

60 Minutes

Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: American
Yield: 4 Servings (8 pieces)

Ingredients

→ Marinade

01 8 chicken drumsticks or thighs
02 240 ml buttermilk

→ Coating

03 190 g all-purpose flour
04 1 teaspoon paprika
05 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 1 teaspoon onion powder
07 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
08 0.5 teaspoon dried basil
09 1 teaspoon salt
10 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
11 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
12 Olive oil spray or melted butter for finishing

Instructions:

Step 01

Place chicken drumsticks or thighs in a shallow dish and cover with buttermilk. Ensure all pieces are evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.

Step 02

Preheat the oven to 200°C. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and lightly grease using oil or melted butter.

Step 03

In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and cayenne if using. Stir well until evenly blended.

Step 04

Lift chicken pieces from the buttermilk, allowing excess marinade to drip off. Dredge each piece thoroughly in the seasoned flour mixture for even coverage.

Step 05

Arrange coated chicken on the prepared baking tray. Lightly spray with olive oil or brush with melted butter to enhance crispness. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and fully cooked.

Notes

  1. Marinating the chicken overnight results in maximum tenderness and flavour absorption.

Tools You’ll Need

  • Oven
  • Baking tray
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • Brush or oil spray

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