Spicy Oven Fried Chicken Breasts

Get ready to savor crispy, golden perfection with this Spicy Oven Fried Chicken Breasts recipe! Juicy chicken breasts are marinated in a tangy buttermilk and hot sauce mixture, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor and spice. A double-coating technique combines seasoned flour and crunchy panko breadcrumbs, delivering the ultimate crispy texture—without the need for deep frying. Baked to a beautiful golden brown in the oven and lightly sprayed with olive oil for a healthy twist, these chicken breasts are spicy, tender, and irresistibly satisfying. Perfect for a family dinner or meal prep, serve this guilt-free comfort food with your favorite dipping sauce or a refreshing side salad. Ready in under 40 minutes, this easy baked chicken recipe is your new go-to for a healthier take on classic fried chicken.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breasts
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 2 tablespoons Hot sauce
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 0 as needed Olive oil spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a wire rack for better crisping.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk and hot sauce. Add the chicken breasts to the mixture, ensuring they are completely coated. Let them marinate for at least 10 minutes or up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.

Step 3

In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, cornstarch, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Place the panko breadcrumbs in a separate shallow dish.

Step 5

Remove a chicken breast from the buttermilk mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Coat the chicken thoroughly in the seasoned flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere.

Step 6

Dip the floured chicken breast back into the buttermilk mixture, then coat it in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to ensure even coverage. Repeat this process for all chicken breasts.

Step 7

Arrange the breaded chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray them with olive oil spray to encourage crisping during baking.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through, until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 9

Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce or alongside a fresh salad or side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1232.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2232.8

Total Fat 37.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 598.8mg	0%
Sodium 4194.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 209.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.8g	0%
Total Sugars 16.3g
Protein 248.5g	0%

Vitamin D 126.9IU	0%
Calcium 413.2mg	0%
Iron 16.5mg	0%
Potassium 659.7mg	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: 15.5%

Protein: 45.8%

Carbs: 38.7%