No-Guilt Greek "fried" Chicken Thighs Recipe

Name: No-Guilt Greek "fried" Chicken Thighs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs skinless chicken thighs; 1 cup chicken broth; water; 1 ¾ cups low-fat buttermilk; ½ cup whole wheat flour; ½ cup cornmeal; 1 lemon, zest of; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 pinch poultry seasoning; 3 cups vegetable oil

Servings: persons

3 lbs skinless chicken thighs
1 cup chicken broth
water
1 ¾ cups low-fat buttermilk
½ cup whole wheat flour
½ cup cornmeal
1 lemon, zest of
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 pinch poultry seasoning
3 cups vegetable oil

1
Place chicken thighs in a pot and add chicken broth plus enough water to cover.
2
Cover the pot and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
3
As soon as the liquid reaches a vigorous boil, reduce the heat to low and cook the chicken, uncovered, at a very slow boil for 10 minutes.
4
Remove the pot from the heat and let it stand, covered, until the chicken is no longer pink in the center, 25 to 35 minutes.
5
(Test for doneness by removing a thigh and cutting into it.
6
The exact time will depend on the size of the thighs.
7
).
8
Pour buttermilk into a resealable bag and add cooked chicken thighs.
9
Refrigerate for anywhere from 30 minutes to 12 hours.
10
Line a baking sheet with parchment.
11
In a shallow dish, combine whole-wheat flour, cornmeal, lemon zest, oregano and poultry seasoning.
12
Remove chicken from buttermilk; discard marinade.
13
Dredge thighs in cornmeal mixture and place on parchment-lined baking sheet; let stand for 15 minutes.
14
In an extra-large heavy skillet, heat vegetable oil to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
15
Flash-fry thighs for 12-15 seconds, or until coating is crispy and browned.
16
Serve topped with lemon zest.

3095

kcal

Calories

294

Fat

Carbs

105

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 3 lbs skinless chicken thighs, 1 cup chicken broth, water, 1 ¾ cups low-fat buttermilk, and more.

Yes, No-Guilt Greek "fried" Chicken Thighs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

No-Guilt Greek "fried" Chicken Thighs

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