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Crispy Irish Oven-Fried Chicken Thighs

Crispy Irish Oven-Fried Chicken Thighs for Guilt-Free Indulgence

Enjoy the guilt-free indulgence of Crispy Irish Oven-Fried Chicken Thighs, a perfect blend of flavor and health.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 cups Buttermilk Can substitute with yogurt and water mixture or dairy-free alternative
For the Coating
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free options like almond flour work well
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Consider smoked paprika for richer flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • wire rack
  • Large bowl
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Crispy Irish Oven-Fried Chicken Thighs Instructions
  1. Begin by immersing your bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs in a bowl of buttermilk. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or preferably overnight.
  2. While the chicken is marinating, mix together the all-purpose flour, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder in a large bowl.
  3. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) while you finish preparing your chicken.
  4. Once marinated, remove the chicken thighs from the buttermilk and dredge each thigh in the seasoned flour mixture.
  5. Place the coated chicken thighs on a wire rack set over a baking sheet.
  6. Generously drizzle olive oil over the coated chicken thighs.
  7. Place the baking sheet in your preheated oven and bake for 35-45 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  8. Once cooked, remove the chicken and let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 24gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 380mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Storage: Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze chicken for up to 3 months. Reheat at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes.

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