Description
Oatmeal-Crusted Chicken is a flavorful and wholesome dish featuring tender chicken coated in a crunchy oatmeal crust seasoned with a bold blend of paprika, chili powder, garlic, and cumin. Baked to perfection, this recipe offers a delicious twist on traditional baked chicken with a satisfying texture and vibrant spices.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt (optional)
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Main Ingredients
- 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 to 4 pounds), cut up
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Coat a 13×9-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside to prevent sticking.
- Mix Oat Coating: In a shallow bowl or a large resealable zip-top bag, combine the quick-cooking oats, paprika, chili powder, salt (if using), garlic powder, ground cumin, and pepper, mixing thoroughly to ensure an even distribution of spices.
- Coat Chicken: Dip each piece of the cut-up chicken into the milk, ensuring it is fully moistened. Then, dredge the chicken in the oat-spice mixture, pressing gently so the coating adheres well to the surface.
- Arrange and Butter: Place the coated chicken pieces evenly in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle the melted butter or margarine evenly over the chicken to add moisture and aid browning.
- Bake: Bake the chicken uncovered in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the juices run clear and a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken reads 170°F (77°C).
- Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest briefly before serving to retain juices and enhance flavor.
Notes
- A bold mix of chili powder, paprika, and garlic powder gives this oatmeal-crusted chicken its irresistible edge.
- Using quick-cooking oats ensures a crisp, crunchy crust that bakes well without becoming too hard.
- Make sure chicken is cooked fully to 170°F internal temperature for safe consumption.
- Omitting the salt is optional to adjust sodium levels to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 478
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 207mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 124mg
