Description
Extra Crispy Irish Oven-Fried Chicken Thighs are a delightful combination of crunch and flavor, perfect for family dinners or special occasions. This recipe features chicken thighs marinated in tangy buttermilk, then coated with a blend of spices for an irresistible golden crust. Baked to perfection, these thighs retain their juiciness while offering a satisfying crunch in every bite. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or looking for comfort food, this dish will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking oil spray or olive oil for greasing
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in buttermilk and hot sauce for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with foil; place a wire rack on top.
- Combine flour and spices in a bowl.
- Dredge marinated chicken in the seasoned flour mixture.
- Arrange on the wire rack and lightly grease with oil.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until crispy and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg