Baked Spicy Chicken

Gluten Free
Health score
9%
Baked Spicy Chicken
80 min.
4
561kcal

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Are you ready to spice up your dinner routine? Look no further than this Baked Spicy Chicken recipe, a delightful dish that combines bold flavors with a satisfying crunch. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this gluten-free meal is not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings.

Imagine succulent pieces of chicken, coated in a zesty blend of spices and crushed tortilla chips, baked to golden perfection. The combination of garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and dried herbs creates a mouthwatering flavor profile that will tantalize your taste buds. Plus, with a preparation time of just 80 minutes, you can have a hearty meal ready to serve to your family or guests without spending hours in the kitchen.

This recipe serves four, making it perfect for a family dinner or a small get-together. Each serving packs a satisfying 561 calories, with a balanced caloric breakdown that includes protein, healthy fats, and just the right amount of carbs. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this Baked Spicy Chicken is sure to impress. So, roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and get ready to enjoy a flavorful feast that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter melted
  • lb chicken whole skinless
  •  eggs 
  • 0.3 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper red (cayenne)
  • tablespoons milk 
  • teaspoon oregano dried
  • teaspoon paprika 
  • 0.5 teaspoon lawry's seasoned salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon thyme leaves dried
  • cup tortilla chips crushed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 400F. Line 15x10x1-inch pan with foil; spray foil with cooking spray. In shallow bowl, mix crushed chips, oregano, paprika, thyme, seasoned salt, garlic powder and red pepper. In another shallow bowl, beat egg and milk.
  2. Coat chicken pieces lightly with egg mixture, then coat lightly with crumb mixture.
  3. Place in pan, skin sides up.
  4. Sprinkle with any remaining crumb mixture.
  5. Drizzle with melted butter.
  6. Bake uncovered 50 to 60 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when thickest piece is cut to bone (170F for breasts; 180F for thighs and legs).

Nutrition Facts

Calories561kcal
Protein24.54%
Fat60.52%
Carbs14.94%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35
Glycemic Load
0.18
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
15.876087043596%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:561.35kcal
28.07%
Fat:37.58g
57.81%
Saturated Fat:9.52g
59.52%
Carbohydrates:20.87g
6.96%
Net Carbohydrates:18.84g
6.85%
Sugar:0.72g
0.79%
Cholesterol:164.29mg
54.76%
Sodium:584.41mg
25.41%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:34.28g
68.57%
Vitamin B3:11.45mg
57.27%
Selenium:28.41µg
40.58%
Phosphorus:339.41mg
33.94%
Vitamin B6:0.67mg
33.49%
Vitamin B5:2.05mg
20.49%
Zinc:2.76mg
18.38%
Vitamin A:870.08IU
17.4%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
17.1%
Magnesium:62.22mg
15.56%
Vitamin E:2.12mg
14.11%
Iron:2.46mg
13.64%
Potassium:414.36mg
11.84%
Vitamin K:12.12µg
11.55%
Vitamin B12:0.65µg
10.86%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.09%
Fiber:2.03g
8.1%
Calcium:76.58mg
7.66%
Copper:0.12mg
6.2%
Folate:20.25µg
5.06%
Vitamin D:0.63µg
4.19%
Manganese:0.08mg
3.83%
Vitamin C:3.14mg
3.81%