Oven-Fried Panko Chicken

Health score
5%
Oven-Fried Panko Chicken
60 min.
6
488kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your dinner game with a deliciously crispy and satisfying meal? Oven-Fried Panko Chicken is a delightful twist on the classic fried chicken, bringing all the crunch without the guilt of deep-frying. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings, ensuring you have a quick yet impressive dish that everyone will love.

The secret to the irresistible crunch lies in the use of panko, a Japanese breadcrumb that creates a light and airy texture, making each bite a heavenly experience. The cayenne pepper adds just the right amount of heat, enhancing the flavor profile and keeping your taste buds tingling. With just a few simple ingredients and about an hour of your time, you can serve up a meal that feels indulgent but is baked to perfection, keeping it health-conscious.

Whether it's a casual lunch with the family or a cozy dinner with friends, this Oven-Fried Panko Chicken delivers comfort and satisfaction. Each serving is packed with protein and delicious flavors, making it a well-rounded main dish that will have everyone asking for seconds. So preheat that oven and get ready to impress your loved ones with a dish that’s both simple and incredibly tasty!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon ground pepper 
  • 3.5 pounds chicken dry rinsed cut into 10 serving pieces (breasts cut crosswise in half)
  • cups panko bread crumbs (Japanese bread crumbs)
  • stick butter unsalted softened

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F with rack in middle.
  2. Stir together panko, cayenne, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a pie plate.
  3. Stir together butter, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl, then brush all over chicken.
  4. Add chicken, 2 pieces at a time, to crumb mixture and coat evenly on both sides, pressing chicken into crumbs to help them adhere, then transfer, skin side up, to a shallow baking pan.
  5. Bake chicken until well browned and cooked through, 30 to 40 minutes.
  6. Let stand, uncovered, 5 to 10 minutes to crisp.

Nutrition Facts

Calories488kcal
Protein21.91%
Fat66.09%
Carbs12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.33
Glycemic Load
0.02
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
12.56217385375%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:487.63kcal
24.38%
Fat:35.49g
54.6%
Saturated Fat:15.39g
96.21%
Carbohydrates:14.5g
4.83%
Net Carbohydrates:13.56g
4.93%
Sugar:1.27g
1.41%
Cholesterol:135.75mg
45.25%
Sodium:237.43mg
10.32%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:26.47g
52.95%
Vitamin B3:9.99mg
49.93%
Selenium:23.53µg
33.62%
Vitamin B6:0.47mg
23.67%
Phosphorus:224.71mg
22.47%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
18.07%
Vitamin A:717.8IU
14.36%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.17%
Zinc:1.97mg
13.17%
Vitamin B5:1.29mg
12.87%
Iron:2.13mg
11.81%
Manganese:0.21mg
10.6%
Magnesium:34.63mg
8.66%
Vitamin B12:0.5µg
8.26%
Potassium:287.12mg
8.2%
Folate:29.76µg
7.44%
Vitamin E:0.88mg
5.89%
Copper:0.12mg
5.78%
Calcium:55.34mg
5.53%
Vitamin K:4.68µg
4.45%
Fiber:0.95g
3.78%
Vitamin D:0.54µg
3.58%
Vitamin C:2.16mg
2.62%
Source:Epicurious