Description
Crispy Sriracha Buttermilk Oven Fried Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that combines the crunchiness of fried chicken with a spicy twist from Sriracha. Marinated in a tangy buttermilk mixture, this oven-baked delight offers all the flavor without the excess oil. Ideal for family dinners or game day gatherings, each bite promises to be a hit.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 boneless chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 tbsp Sriracha sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together buttermilk, Sriracha, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs and marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Remove chicken from marinade; let excess drip off. Dredge each thigh in flour until fully coated.
- Arrange coated chicken on the baking sheet, spaced apart. Lightly spray tops with cooking spray.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F /74°C).
- Let rest for a few minutes, then serve hot with additional Sriracha if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (about 250g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg