Heart-Healthy Homemade KFC Style Chicken Leg
Satisfy your fried chicken cravings guilt-free with this heart-healthy homemade KFC-style chicken leg recipe! Featuring skinless chicken legs marinated in tangy buttermilk and coated in a flavorful blend of whole wheat flour, panko breadcrumbs, and aromatic spices like paprika, garlic powder, and dried herbs, this dish delivers all the crispy, golden goodness you love—without the deep frying. Baked to perfection with a light spray of olive oil, these chicken legs are a leaner, wholesome alternative to traditional fast food, making them ideal for a balanced diet. Perfect for a family dinner or meal prep, this healthier twist on a classic is easy to make, oven-baked, and irresistibly delicious.
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Ingredients
- 6 pieces Skinless chicken legs
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 1 cup Whole wheat flour
- 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0 as needed Olive oil spray
Directions
Step 1
Place the skinless chicken legs in a large bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Cover and place in the refrigerator to marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
Step 2
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil spray.
Step 3
In a shallow dish, combine whole wheat flour, panko breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute the spices.
Step 4
Remove the chicken legs from the buttermilk marinade, allowing any excess to drip off. Coat each chicken leg in the flour and spice mixture, pressing it firmly to ensure an even coating.
Step 5
Place the coated chicken legs on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are not touching each other to allow for even cooking.
Step 6
Lightly spray the top of the chicken legs with olive oil spray to help them brown and crisp up in the oven.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
Step 8
Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your heart-healthy homemade KFC style chicken legs!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1307.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2360.5 |
| Total Fat 80.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 23.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 1016.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2251.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 128.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.1g | |
| Protein 272.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 126.9IU | 0% |
| Calcium 490.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 20.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3064.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories