Unfried Chicken Recipe

Name: Unfried Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Nonstick cooking spray; 8 skinless boneless chicken thighs, trimmed of all visible fat (about 1 1/2 pounds); 1/2 teaspoon Paula Deen's House Seasoning, recipe follows; 1/4 cup low-fat buttermilk; 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce; 2 egg whites; Zest and juice of 1 lemon; 1 1/4 cups cornflake crumbs; 1 cup salt; 1/4 cup garlic powder; 1/4 cup black pepper

Servings: persons

Nonstick cooking spray
8 skinless boneless chicken thighs, trimmed of all visible fat (about 1 1/2 pounds)
1/2 teaspoon Paula Deen's House Seasoning, recipe follows
1/4 cup low-fat buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
2 egg whites
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
1 1/4 cups cornflake crumbs
1 cup salt
1/4 cup garlic powder
1/4 cup black pepper

1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a large cast-iron skillet with nonstick spray over medium-high heat.
2
Sprinkle the chicken with the Paula Deen House Seasoning.
3
Combine the buttermilk, hot sauce, egg whites and lemon zest and juice in a large bowl and toss the chicken to coat.
4
Pour the cornflake crumbs into another large bowl.
5
Dip the chicken into the crumbs, pressing to adhere, and then place in the skillet and into the oven.
6
Bake until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through or an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh registers 165 degrees F, 40 to 45 minutes.
7
Mix together the salt, garlic powder and pepper and store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.

619

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Nonstick cooking spray, 8 skinless boneless chicken thighs, trimmed of all visible fat (about 1 1/2 pounds), 1/2 teaspoon Paula Deen's House Seasoning, recipe follows, 1/4 cup low-fat buttermilk, and more.

Yes, Unfried Chicken 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Unfried Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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