Description
Crispy “easy shake and bake chicken” delivers classic comfort with minimal kitchen effort. Home cooks can quickly coat chicken pieces in seasoned crumbs and bake for a deliciously golden meal that satisfies hungry families.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 to 6 chicken breasts, thighs, or drumsticks (bone-in, skin-on)
Coating Base:
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
Liquid Binder:
- 1/4 cup olive oil or melted butter
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 400°F (200°C) and create a non-stick surface on the baking sheet using parchment paper or a light cooking spray coating.
- Create a seasoning station by placing the Shake and Bake mixture into a wide container or sealed plastic bag.
- Massage each chicken piece with a thin layer of olive oil or melted butter to help the coating adhere effectively.
- Thoroughly encase the chicken in the seasoning mixture, ensuring complete and even coverage by gently pressing or shaking the pieces.
- Arrange the coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet, positioning pieces with sufficient spacing to promote uniform heat circulation and crispy texture.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven, allowing boneless chicken breasts to transform for 25-30 minutes or bone-in pieces for 35-45 minutes.
- Confirm chicken doneness by verifying the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), with the exterior displaying a golden, crisp appearance.
- Remove from oven and permit the chicken to rest for 5 minutes, enabling juices to redistribute and maintaining optimal moisture and tenderness before serving.
Notes
- Choose chicken pieces of similar size to ensure even cooking and consistent crispiness.
- Pat chicken dry with paper towels before coating to help the breading stick better and create a crunchier exterior.
- Customize the coating mix by adding herbs like dried thyme, rosemary, or paprika for extra flavor complexity.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed cornflakes as a coating alternative.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes (depending on chicken cut)
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg