Dairy-Free Oven Fried Chicken

Craving crispy fried chicken without the guilt or dairy? This Dairy-Free Oven Fried Chicken recipe is here to satisfy! Perfectly seasoned chicken drumsticks are double-dipped in a homemade dairy-free "buttermilk" made from almond milk and apple cider vinegar, then coated with a dynamic blend of spices, all-purpose flour, and crunchy panko breadcrumbs. Baked to golden-brown perfection in the oven, this healthier twist on classic fried chicken delivers all the crunch without the excess oil. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and no need for deep frying, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or family meals. Serve it with your favorite sides, like roasted veggies or a crisp slaw, for a wholesome and satisfying feast.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 pieces chicken drumsticks
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
• 0 cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup and lightly coat it with a cooking spray.

Step 2

In a shallow bowl, combine the almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to create a dairy-free buttermilk mixture.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.

Step 4

Spread the panko breadcrumbs on a plate or shallow dish.

Step 5

Dip each chicken drumstick into the almond milk mixture, then coat it thoroughly in the flour mixture.

Step 6

Dip the flour-coated chicken back into the almond milk mixture and then roll it in the panko breadcrumbs, making sure it's completely covered. Shake off any excess and repeat with all pieces.

Step 7

Place the coated chicken drumsticks on the prepared baking sheet. Spray a light coating of cooking spray over the top of the chicken to encourage browning.

Step 8

Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is crispy and golden brown. Turn the chicken halfway through the cooking time for even crisping.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1306.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2307.0

Total Fat 82.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 744mg	0%
Sodium 4939.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 183.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.3g	0%
Total Sugars 8.4g
Protein 208.4g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 609.8mg	0%
Iron 20.4mg	0%
Potassium 2290.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.2%

Protein: 36.0%

Carbs: 31.7%