Grease Is the Word: Fun Fried Chicken Alternatives
To achieve that crunchy goodness, frying isn't always necessary. When done right, oven-baked chicken can come out just as crispy on the outside and moist on the inside as fried chicken.
Crispy Baked Chicken Recipe
(recipe adapted from AllRecipes.com)
- 1 whole fryer chicken, cut into pieces (legs, thighs, breasts, etc.)
- 1 packet powdered herb soup mix
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 2/3 cup instant mashed potato flakes
- 1/3 cup finely grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
Preheat oven to 375 degrees (190 degrees celsius) and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.