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Homemade KFC Chicken in the Oven

Enjoy crispy and flavorful KFC-style chicken made at home with minimal effort, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 pieces chicken drumsticks or thighs
  • 1 cup buttermilk Marinate chicken for extra flavor.
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 teaspoon paprika For flavoring the flour mixture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, soak the chicken in buttermilk for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  3. In another bowl, mix flour and paprika.
  4. Remove chicken from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off.
  5. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, coating well.
  6. Place the coated chicken on a baking sheet.
Cooking
  1. Bake for 35-45 minutes or until the chicken is golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Notes

Serve hot from the oven with sides like mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or cornbread. For storage, keep chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.