Classic Oven-Fried Chicken Thighs

Ingredients

• 4 chicken thighs(paid link)
• ½ cup all-purpose flour(paid link)
• ½ cup breadcrumbs(paid link)
• 1 tbsp paprika(paid link)
• 1 tsp garlic powder(paid link)
• 1 tsp onion powder(paid link)
• ½ tsp salt(paid link)
• ¼ tsp black pepper(paid link)
• 1 egg(paid link)
• 2 tbsp milk(paid link)
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil(paid link)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a shallow dish, combine the flour, breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

3. 3

   In a separate shallow dish, whisk together the egg and milk.

4. 4

   Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Dip each chicken thigh first into the egg-milk mixture, ensuring it's fully coated, then dredge it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing to help the coating adhere.

5. 5

   Place the coated chicken thighs on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the vegetable oil evenly over the tops of the chicken pieces.

6. 6

   Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown and crisp. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).

   35 min

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