Crispy Fried Chicken Recipe

Name: Crispy Fried Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ⅓ cup buttermilk; 2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce; 4 chicken breasts (bone in or out your choice); ¼ cup seasoned dry bread crumb; ¼ cup yellow cornmeal; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon dried cilantro; ½ teaspoon cumin; ¼ teaspoon ground red pepper

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
2
Spray cookie sheet lightly with vegetable cooking spray.
3
Combine buttermilk and hot pepper sauce in 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
4
Remove skin and fat from chicken; discard.
5
Rinse chicken under cold water; pat dry.
6
Place in buttermilk mixture, turning to coat.
7
Set aside.
8
Combine bread crumbs, cornmeal, salt, chili powder, cilantro, cumin and ground red pepper in shallow dish.
9
Dip chicken in crumb mixture, turning to coat well.
10
Place chicken, meat side up, on cookie sheet.
11
Spray with vegetable cooking spray.
12
Bake chicken 20 minutes (10 minutes for boneless); remove cookie sheet from oven and spray again with vegetable cooking spray.
13
Bake 10 to 15 minutes more, until juices run clear when chicken is pierced.

317

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ⅓ cup buttermilk, 2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce, 4 chicken breasts (bone in or out your choice), ¼ cup seasoned dry bread crumb, and more.

Yes, Crispy Fried Chicken falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Crispy Fried Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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