Crispy Buttermilk Chicken (Boneless)
Savor the incredible flavors of Crispy Buttermilk Chicken, where tender, juicy boneless chicken breasts are soaked in rich buttermilk and coated with a perfectly crispy crust. This dish is simple to prepare and ideal for both family dinners and casual gatherings. In just under an hour, you can create a mouthwatering meal that pairs beautifully with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in buttermilk for at least 1 hour or overnight for maximum tenderness.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Place panko breadcrumbs in another shallow dish.
- Dredge marinated chicken in the flour mixture, dip back into buttermilk, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Arrange coated chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach at least 165°F or 75°C).
- Serve and enjoy your delicious crispy buttermilk chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg