Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken
Ingredients
- 6 to 8 chicken pieces bone-in
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 cup butter or margarine melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a paper sack or large resealable plastic bag, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Shake the bag until the ingredients are well mixed.
- Place two pieces of chicken into the bag at a time, shaking until each piece is evenly coated with the flour mixture.
- Pour the melted butter into the bottom of a 13x9x2-inch baking dish.
- Arrange the coated chicken pieces in the baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, turning the chicken several times during cooking to ensure even browning.
- Once cooked through and golden brown, remove the chicken from the oven.
- Serve hot and enjoy the crispy oven-baked chicken!
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Advice:
Pair this crispy oven-baked chicken with a light and fruity red wine such as Pinot Noir or a crisp white wine like Chardonnay. Their balanced acidity and subtle fruit flavors will complement the crispy texture of the chicken while refreshing your palate with each sip.
Nutrition values
Calories: 500 kcal | Carbohydrates: 28 g | Protein: 28 g | Fat: 30 g | Sugar: 1 g