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🍗 Crispy & Juicy Oven-Fried Chicken Legs: All the Crunch, None of the Guilt!
Craving that golden, crunchy fried chicken without the deep fryer (or the mess)? You’re in luck. These Oven-Fried Chicken Legs deliver everything you love about classic fried chicken—crispy skin, juicy meat, and mouthwatering flavor—with a lighter, oven-baked twist.
Perfect for weeknight dinners, casual gatherings, or when you’re just craving comfort food without the excess oil, this recipe proves you can have your chicken and eat it guilt-free too!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Crispy like fried chicken, but healthier
- Easy to make with everyday ingredients
- Kid-friendly and picky-eater approved
- No deep frying required—less mess and fewer calories
đź“ť Ingredients
- 6–8 chicken drumsticks (skin-on for crispiness)
- ½ cup buttermilk (or regular milk + 1 tsp lemon juice)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs or crushed cornflakes (for crunch!)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter (for brushing)
🔥 Instructions
1. Preheat Your Oven
Set your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and place a wire rack on top (this helps with air circulation and extra crispiness).
2. Marinate the Chicken
Toss the chicken legs in buttermilk and let them soak for at least 30 minutes (or overnight in the fridge). This tenderizes the meat and helps the coating stick.
3. Prepare the Coating
In a shallow bowl, mix flour, breadcrumbs or crushed cornflakes, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Coat the Chicken
Remove chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Dredge each leg in the coating mix, pressing gently so it sticks well.
