Crispy Oven-Fried Chicken With Sage Gravy Recipe

Name: Crispy Oven-Fried Chicken With Sage Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, plus 2 T; 2 egg whites, lightly beaten; 1 1/3 cups cornflake cereal, crushed; 2 bone-in chicken breast halves, skinned (I used boneless); 2 chicken drumsticks, skinned; 2 chicken thighs, skinned; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (I used 1/4 t); 1/4 cup fat-free buttermilk; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth; 1/4 teaspoon dried sage; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Servings: persons

1/2 cup all-purpose flour, plus 2 T
2 egg whites, lightly beaten
1 1/3 cups cornflake cereal, crushed
2 bone-in chicken breast halves, skinned (I used boneless)
2 chicken drumsticks, skinned
2 chicken thighs, skinned
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (I used 1/4 t)
1/4 cup fat-free buttermilk
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon dried sage
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees; line large shallow baking pan with foil; place a wire rack in pan; spray rack with nonstick spray.
2
Place 1/2 cup flour in shallow dish.
3
Place egg whites in second dish and cornflake crumbs in a third.
4
Put chicken in large bowl; sprinkle with salt and cayenne.
5
Add buttermilk and turn to coat.
6
Dip chicken, one piece at a time into flour, then egg whites, then into cornflake crumbs, pressing to adhere.
7
Place chicken on rack.
8
Spray top of the chicken lightly with nonstick spray.
9
Bake until golden brown and cooked through, about 45 minutes.
10
Meanwhile, to make gravy, melt butter in small saucepan over medium-high heat.
11
Whisk in remaining 2 T flour; cook, whisking constantly, 1 minute.
12
Gradually whisk in chicken broth.
13
Cook, whisking constantaly, until gravy comes to a boil and thickens, about 2 minutes.
14
Stir in sage and black pepper.
15
Divide chicken among 4 plates and serve with gravy.

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* 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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, plus 2 T, 2 egg whites, lightly beaten, 1 1/3 cups cornflake cereal, crushed, 2 bone-in chicken breast halves, skinned (I used boneless), and more.

Yes, Crispy Oven-Fried Chicken With Sage Gravy 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.

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Crispy Oven-Fried Chicken With Sage Gravy

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Variations & substitutions

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