Homemade KFC Chicken in the Oven – So Easy, So Tasty!

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Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 8 pieces bone-in chicken (drumsticks, thighs, breasts)
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

For the Coating:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp oregano
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp white pepper (or black pepper)
  • 1/2 tsp celery salt (optional)
  • 1 tsp salt

For Baking:

  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil or melted butter

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken:
    • In a large bowl, combine the chicken with buttermilk, salt, and pepper.
    • Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight for best flavor and tenderness).
  2. Prepare the Breading:
    • In another bowl, mix all the coating ingredients thoroughly.
    • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top. Spray the rack with cooking spray or brush lightly with oil.
  3. Bread the Chicken:
    • Remove chicken from buttermilk and let excess drip off.
    • Dredge each piece in the seasoned flour mixture, pressing firmly to adhere.
    • Place coated chicken pieces on the rack.
  4. Bake:
    • Drizzle or brush a little vegetable oil or melted butter on top of each piece for crispiness.
    • Bake for 40–45 minutes, turning once halfway through, until golden brown and internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Serve:
    • Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Serve hot with coleslaw, mashed potatoes, or biscuits.

Enjoy crispy, juicy oven-baked chicken that tastes like it came from the Colonel himself—but made right at home! Let me know if you want a spicy version or a gluten-free twist!

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