Crispy oven-baked chicken is the perfect recipe for any occasion. With a special yogurt-based marinade and a golden breadcrumb coating, you’ll get juicy chicken on the inside and crispy on the outside, paired with potatoes and vegetables that soak up all the flavor. A dish that never fails to impress!
Contenido
Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Recipe
Ingredientes
For the Chicken and Marinade:
- 1 whole chicken cleaned and butterflied
- 200 g 1 cup plain yogurt (optional: sour cream or milk with lemon)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Vegetable Base:
- 4 medium potatoes sliced
- 2 onions sliced
- 2 carrots chopped
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 4 garlic cloves
- Olive oil
- Salt to taste
For the Coating:
- Breadcrumbs as needed
Utensilios
Elaboración paso a paso
Prepare the Chicken:
- Clean the chicken thoroughly, removing excess fat and feathers. Butterfly it to ensure even cooking.
Make the Marinade:
- In a bowl, mix the yogurt, lemon juice, paprika, garlic and onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the chicken with the marinade, ensuring every part is covered. Let it rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 2 hours to enhance the flavors.
Prepare the Vegetable Base:
- In a baking tray, layer the sliced potatoes, onions, carrots, garlic, and bell pepper.
- Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt. Mix well.
Coat the Chicken:
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and coat it with breadcrumbs on both sides, pressing gently to ensure they stick.
Bake the Chicken:
- Place the chicken on top of the vegetable base.
- Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 1 hour and 30 minutes. For a more golden finish, use the grill setting during the last 10 minutes.
Serve:
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with the potatoes and vegetables infused with the chicken juices.
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Valores Nutricionales
Variations for Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken
Extra Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken:
Use panko breadcrumbs for a crunchier texture.
Spiced Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken:
Add a blend of herbes de Provence to the breadcrumbs for an aromatic touch.
Helpful Tips
- Extended Marinating: If time allows, marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavor.
- Customizable Vegetables: Add zucchini, eggplant, or mushrooms to diversify the dish.
- Efficient Baking: Preheat the oven to ensure even cooking from the start.
- Perfect Side Dish: Pair this meal with a fresh salad or white rice.
This recipe was first featured on a reel on my Instagram profile @recetacubana. Since then, it has become one of my favorite oven-baked chicken recipes.
I’ve prepared it on many occasions, tweaking and perfecting every detail to achieve this delicious result I’m sharing with you today.
I love making it with onions, potatoes, peppers, carrots, and garlic. Not only do they enhance the chicken’s flavor, but they also double as perfect side dishes—no need to prepare anything else for dinner!
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