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Oven-Fried Chicken

Name: Oven-Fried Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 12 chicken thighs, patted dry; 1 cup all-purpose flour; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs; 3 eggs; ½ cup vegetable oil; 1 tsp paprika

Crispy, golden chicken without the deep-fry mess—this oven-baked version delivers that irresistible crunch using a seasoned breadcrumb coating and just enough oil for maximum flavor. Juicy thighs stay tender inside while paprika adds a subtle warmth to the exterior. A weeknight winner that families devour and that works just as well for casual entertaining.

Prep

15 minutes

Cook

1 hour

Total

1 hour 15 minutes

Serves

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1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Place flour in a shallow plate or bowl and season with salt and pepper to taste. Put bread crumbs in another shallow plate or bowl and beat eggs in another bowl.
3
Dredge chicken piece by piece in the flour, then the egg, then the bread crumbs, until all pieces are coated.
4
Pour oil into a large baking dish; add the breaded chicken thighs and sprinkle with paprika to taste.
5
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, then turn pieces over and bake for another 30 minutes.
6
Remove from the oven and drain on paper towels. Serve hot and enjoy!

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