Awesome Golden Oven Fried Chicken Recipe

Ingredients for Awesome Golden Oven Fried Chicken

• 1.5 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces (thighs, drumsticks, or breasts)
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• Paprika
• 2 tablespoons salt (for soaking) + 1 teaspoon salt (for seasoning)
• Seasoning Salt
• Black Pepper
• Garlic Powder

How to Make Awesome Golden Oven Fried Chicken

1. Wash 1.5 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces and soak in 1 quart of water with 2 tablespoons salt for 20 minutes.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
3. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
4. Place 1/4 cup vegetable oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a shallow baking pan (approximately 9x13 inches). Place in the preheated oven to heat and melt.
5. In a separate bowl, combine 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional). Dredge the chicken pieces in the flour mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
6. Carefully remove the hot baking pan from the oven. Arrange the chicken pieces in the pan, skin-side down, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
7. Return the pan to the oven and bake for 30 minutes. Flip the chicken pieces skin-side up and continue baking for another 20-30 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown, the juices run clear, and a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 165°F (74°C).
8. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in extra tender and flavorful chicken.