Oven Fried Chicken with Creamy Gravy

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Oven Fried Chicken with Creamy Gravy recipe—crispy, golden-brown chicken that's juicy on the inside, paired with a velvety, savory gravy. This healthier twist on classic fried chicken is baked to perfection, featuring a flavorful coating infused with paprika, garlic powder, and thyme. Marinated in tangy buttermilk for tender, melt-in-your-mouth results, the chicken is brushed with olive oil or melted butter for that irresistible crunch without the deep fryer. Served with a rich, homemade gravy crafted from chicken broth, milk, and a touch of butter, this dish is a heavenly combination of crispy and creamy. Perfect for family dinners or a crowd-pleasing weekend treat, this recipe delivers all the flavors of traditional fried chicken with the ease and health benefits of oven baking.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 pieces Bone-in chicken thighs and drumsticks
• 2 cups Buttermilk
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 4 tablespoons Olive oil or melted butter
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 1.5 cups Whole milk
• 3 tablespoons Butter
• 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour (for gravy)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt (for seasoning gravy)
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (for seasoning gravy)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Place a wire rack on top of the baking sheet.

Step 2

In a large bowl, pour the buttermilk over the chicken pieces. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best results).

Step 3

In another large bowl or shallow dish, mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, and baking powder.

Step 4

Remove the chicken pieces from the buttermilk, letting the excess drip off. Coat each piece in the flour mixture, pressing it onto the chicken to ensure it sticks well.

Step 5

Place the coated chicken pieces on the wire rack. Brush each piece generously with olive oil or melted butter to aid in browning and crisping.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through the cooking time, until the chicken is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 7

While the chicken bakes, prepare the creamy gravy. In a medium saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in 3 tablespoons of flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.

Step 8

Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and milk, ensuring no lumps remain. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently, until the gravy thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 9

Season the gravy with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper to taste.

Step 10

Once the chicken is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Serve the crispy oven-fried chicken with the creamy gravy drizzled on top or on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2926.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4939.4

Total Fat 306.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 95.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4g
Cholesterol 1156.3mg	0%
Sodium 7925.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 256.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.4g	0%
Total Sugars 44.1g
Protein 279.9g	0%

Vitamin D 481.5IU	0%
Calcium 1278.2mg	0%
Iron 27.3mg	0%
Potassium 4436.7mg	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: 56.2%

Protein: 22.8%

Carbs: 20.9%