Spicy Oven Fried Chicken Breasts Recipe

Crispy, juicy, and spicy oven-fried chicken breasts – a flavorful and easy weeknight dinner! This recipe delivers satisfyingly crunchy chicken with a hint of spice, ready in under an hour. Serve with your favorite Lipton Rice side, mixed vegetables, and a fresh salad for a complete and delicious meal. Perfect for busy weeknights!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 198.2 kcal
Protein 58g
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Ingredients for Spicy Oven Fried Chicken Breasts

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How to Make Spicy Oven Fried Chicken Breasts

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a shallow dish, combine 1 cup bread crumbs, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more, to taste), and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  3. Pour 1 cup buttermilk into a separate shallow bowl.
  4. Dip each chicken breast into the buttermilk, ensuring it's fully coated.
  5. Dredge the buttermilk-coated chicken in the bread crumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
  6. Lightly coat a jelly-roll pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  7. Arrange chicken breasts in the prepared pan, placing them breast-side up.
  8. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of melted margarine evenly over the chicken breasts.
  9. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  10. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

6g

Carbs

2g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Spicy Oven Fried Chicken Breasts?

Spicy Oven Fried Chicken Breasts takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Spicy Oven Fried Chicken Breasts?

Spicy Oven Fried Chicken Breasts has approximately 198.2 calories per serving, with about 58 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 8 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Spicy Oven Fried Chicken Breasts?

The key ingredients for Spicy Oven Fried Chicken Breasts are Dry Breadcrumbs, Parmesan Cheese, Paprika, Dried Thyme, Garlic Salt, Ground Red Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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