Fried chicken is hard to beat as a comfort food. The first bite with a big ole crunch followed by the burst of salty flavor that immediately makes my mouth water. It’s a flavor I sometimes just absolutely crave. This week, probably like most every person I know, I’m off of holiday mode. I’m starting to make up for all of the heavy-laden foods from over the holidays. For two whole months now, my diet has been full of cakes, pies, and rich meals at every turn.
But, even though I’m making up for all of those holiday treats I’ve been eating, my family still loves a meal with tons of flavor. We still enjoy our comfort foods. We just have to bring it back to normal – or better even.
With that plan in mind, I made my oven-fried chicken tonight that is so delicious you honestly won’t miss the more traditional Southern fried chicken. At least we didn’t seem to miss it a bit. I ran a few numbers on this recipe and with my calculations, one serving is seven points on Weight Watchers! Now my friends, I think that pretty awesome for a fried chicken recipe as hearty as this one.
It’s super simple to make. By now, I’m sure y’all have figured out that is my favorite way to cook. The easiest way to get a homemade, delicious, nutritious meal on the table for my family is when I’m in my zone!
First, preheat your oven to 425 degrees and go grab some paprika, thyme, and salt.
You’ll also need a little bit of flour.
Mix those together in a medium sized bowl.
Spray a 9×13 cooking dish with butter-flavored PAM non-stick cooking spray and add one tablespoon of melted butter to your baking dish.
Next, coat both sides of your chicken with the flour mixture and place your chicken into your cooking dish. Place into your preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes on one side, flip and cook another 30 minutes on the other, or until the juices of your chicken run clear when pierced.
It comes out absolutely scrumptious! Crunch, flavorful, juicy, and a perfect alternative to Southern fried chicken any day.
A simple, easy, healthy recipe for oven-baked chicken.
Ingredients
- 6 chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Instructions
http://addapinch.com/cooking/2011/01/04/oven-fried-chicken/
- Preheat oven to 425 degree Fahrenheit
- Mix together flour, thyme, paprika, and salt in a medium bowl.
- Spray baking dish with butter flavored non-stick cooking spray.
- Pour melted butter into baking dish.
- Dredge chicken in flour mixture and place into baking dish.
- Bake for 35 minutes, flip and cook an additional 30 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked.
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That looks delicious and so easy!
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This is a GREAT idea for a delicious, nutritious weeknight dinner. I’m so out of sorts with menu planning… I’m bookmarking this to try soon!
Kim @ Quit Eating Out {Recipes to Make Dining Out A Choice, Not A Chore} recently posted..Saturday Swap Peanut Butter Cup Cookies
Thanks to you ” to Kim (QEA) tweeting abt this, we are having this for supper tonight! I was waiting for some chicken inspiration. Yum!
I’m always game for a new chicken recipe. Love how quick and simple this one is. Definitely giving it a try
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Robyn, the photos made my mouth WATER! The only thing I’d do differently? I’d still bake it in the baking dish, but I’d put a cooling rack inside the baking dish under the chicken. This allows the heated air to get all the way around, and then you don’t have to flip it half way through! Man, this might just be dinner tonight. I’ve got some chicken breasts hanging out in the fridge that I wasn’t quite sure what to do with yet.
Amber | Bluebonnets & Brownies recently posted..Entertaining Tips in Time for New Year’s Eve!
That’s a great idea, Amber. Let me know if you try it and how it turns out. I like crispy fried chicken and those juices on the bottom added some mighty delicious crispiness.
okay, if were were neighbors I would beg to trade dessert for savory meals. This looks great as usual!
Oh my word. I’m on my way…
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I love this low points dish. Can’t wait to try it!
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should not have opened this until AFTER i’ve had dinner – lawd have mercy!!
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Yummmmy! Can’t wait to try this out soon!
Amy | She Wears Many Hats recently posted..The Family Tablecloth
Yum! I bet my house full of men will love this chicken! Thanks for the recipe Robyn!
~Liz
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That looks mighty delish! xo
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Looks delicious, Robyn!
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I am always afraid of making “REAL” fried chicken, so a recipe like this is PERFECT for me!!
I think we should have a fried chicken party and make this. Oh yum! Adding this one to the menu for the next week.
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