Cornbread Crusted Chicken

Health score
12%
Cornbread Crusted Chicken
110 min.
4
661kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your dinner game with a dish that combines comfort and flavor? Introducing Cornbread Crusted Chicken, a delightful recipe that brings together the savory goodness of buttermilk-marinated chicken and the sweet, crumbly texture of cornbread. This dish is perfect for family gatherings or a cozy weeknight meal, and it’s sure to impress your guests with its mouthwatering aroma and crispy exterior.

The secret to this recipe lies in the marination process. By soaking the chicken in a rich buttermilk and ranch dressing mix, you ensure that each piece is tender and bursting with flavor. The cornbread crust adds a unique twist, providing a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the juicy chicken inside. With a hint of paprika and cayenne pepper, this dish has just the right amount of kick to tantalize your taste buds.

Ready in just 110 minutes, this recipe serves four and is perfect for lunch, dinner, or any occasion where you want to serve something special. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, you’ll find that this Cornbread Crusted Chicken is not only easy to prepare but also a delightful way to bring a taste of Southern comfort to your table. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to indulge in a dish that’s as delicious as it is satisfying!

Ingredients

  • cups buttermilk 
  • oz ranch seasoning 
  • lb chicken whole
  • serving pam original flavor shopping list 
  • 6.5 oz just-add-water cornbread mix 
  • teaspoon paprika 
  • teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.5 teaspoon lawry's seasoned salt 
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper red (cayenne)
  • serving parsley fresh for garnish, if desired

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. In large resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix buttermilk, dressing mix and chicken. Seal bag; turn bag several times to coat chicken. Refrigerate at least 1 hour or overnight.
  2. Heat oven to 425°F. Spray 15x10x1-inch pan with cooking spray. In shallow dish, mix breading ingredients.
  3. Remove chicken pieces one at a time from buttermilk mixture. Dip chicken in breading, turning to coat completely; shake off excess.
  4. Place chicken, bone side down, in pan. Lightly spray top of chicken with cooking spray.
  5. Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when thickest piece is cut to bone (170°F for breasts; 180°F for thighs and drumsticks).
  6. Garnish with parsley sprigs.

Nutrition Facts

Calories661kcal
Protein23.33%
Fat47.87%
Carbs28.8%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.5
Glycemic Load
1.91
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
21.289565355881%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
2.15mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.15mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:660.87kcal
33.04%
Fat:34.3g
52.77%
Saturated Fat:10.77g
67.29%
Carbohydrates:46.44g
15.48%
Net Carbohydrates:43.1g
15.67%
Sugar:15.3g
17%
Cholesterol:136.59mg
45.53%
Sodium:1971.51mg
85.72%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:37.61g
75.22%
Vitamin B3:12.83mg
64.14%
Phosphorus:570.44mg
57.04%
Selenium:30.6µg
43.71%
Vitamin B6:0.69mg
34.41%
Vitamin B2:0.54mg
31.54%
Vitamin B1:0.35mg
23.62%
Vitamin B5:2.19mg
21.87%
Vitamin K:22.78µg
21.7%
Zinc:2.9mg
19.32%
Calcium:187.23mg
18.72%
Vitamin B12:1.1µg
18.33%
Vitamin A:838.84IU
16.78%
Iron:2.88mg
16.01%
Potassium:547.58mg
15.65%
Folate:60.56µg
15.14%
Magnesium:58.06mg
14.52%
Fiber:3.35g
13.38%
Manganese:0.26mg
12.81%
Vitamin D:1.89µg
12.58%
Copper:0.16mg
7.99%
Vitamin E:0.82mg
5.5%
Vitamin C:4.04mg
4.9%