Description
Crispy, golden shake and bake chicken elevates classic comfort food with a crunchy coating that seals in juicy flavor. Home cooks can quickly craft this simple, delightful meal that brings restaurant-style crunch straight to family dinner tables.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 4 pounds (1.8 kg) chicken pieces (drumsticks, thighs, or breasts)
Dry Coating Mix:
- 1 cup (120 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) salt
- 1 teaspoon (2 grams) paprika
- 1 teaspoon (1 gram) dried sage
- 1/4 teaspoon (0.5 grams) black pepper
Fat:
- 4 tablespoons (56 grams) unsalted butter
Instructions
- Heat the oven to a scorching 450°F (230°C), ensuring a perfectly crisp exterior.
- Blend the dry seasonings thoroughly in a large, sealable plastic bag, creating a flavorful coating mixture.
- Tumble the chicken pieces into the seasoned flour blend, sealing the bag and vigorously shaking to achieve a uniform, crispy layer.
- Place butter in a spacious 9×13-inch baking dish, allowing it to melt completely in the preheated oven.
- Carefully position the flour-dusted chicken pieces skin-side down in the melted butter, ensuring maximum contact for golden browning.
- Roast for 20 minutes, allowing the bottom to develop a rich, golden crust.
- Gently flip each piece, exposing the uncooked side to direct heat for even cooking and additional crispiness.
- Continue baking for another 20 minutes, verifying doneness by checking that internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) near the bone and juices run clear.
- Remove from oven, let rest briefly, then serve piping hot for maximum flavor and texture.
Notes
- Swap flour for gluten-free alternatives like almond or rice flour to make the recipe celiac-friendly and accommodating for those with wheat sensitivities.
- Reduce sodium content by using low-salt seasonings or replacing salt with herb blends like Italian or Herbs de Provence for a healthier version.
- Pat chicken completely dry before coating to ensure the seasoning adheres better and creates a crispier exterior with maximum flavor absorption.
- Check internal temperature with a meat thermometer to guarantee chicken is perfectly cooked without drying out, aiming for the precise 165°F sweet spot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 470 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg