Italian BFC (Baked Fried Chicken)

Italian BFC (Baked Fried Chicken)

Instead of worrying about the perfect way to deep fry chicken; why not make Italian Fried Chicken? The simplest yet most delicious way to make bone in skin on chicken legs and thighs and you simply bread it and bake it in the oven to a golden CRISPY perfection! AND the chicken is incredibly juicy inside! You won't believe the result when you follow this recipe! And my seasoning blend is SO flavorful and fresh! When my kids were little and asked for Kentucky fried chicken or KFC; I always said "Forget KFC! We're having BFC! Baked Fried Chicken!! So that's why I call it BFC! LOL

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs bone in-skin on chicken thighs
  • 2 lbs chicken drumsticks
  • 1/4 cup + about 4 tbsp olive oil

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  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 3/4 cup plain Panko breadcrumbs
  • 3/4 cup Cento seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 2 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 tsp + 1 tsp sea salt

    divided

  • 2 tsp + 1 tsp cracked black pepper

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  • 1 tbsp zesty garlic onion seasoning

Directions

  1. 1

    To a bowl add in chicken thighs, chicken drumsticks, 1/4 cup olive oil, egg, parsley, and mix together until combined. Then shake over red pepper flakes, paprika, dried rosemary, zesty garlic onion seasoning, and 2 tsp cracked black pepper and sea salt. Toss everything together.

  2. 2

    In a separate bowl/plate add in plain breadcrumbs, seasoned bread crumbs, and 1 tsp of each:cracked black pepper & sea salt. Take each piece of chicken, bury it in the breadcrumb mixture, shake off the excess, and place it on a baking rack on top of a baking sheet.

  3. 3

    Drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil over top of the chicken and bake in the oven at 425°F for 1 hour. Once its been 40 minutes flip each chicken, drizzle 2 more tbsp of olive oil over the chicken, and bake for the remaining 20 minutes or so.

Italian BFC (Baked Fried Chicken)

Italian BFC (Baked Fried Chicken)

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About this Recipe

Tired of the mess and fuss of deep-frying but still craving that irresistible crispy fried chicken? This Italian BFC (Baked Fried Chicken) recipe delivers all the golden perfection and juicy tenderness you desire, right from your oven.

The genius of this "Baked Fried Chicken" lies in its simplicity: a flavorful Italian-inspired breading bakes up to an incredibly crispy golden crust while the bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces stay wonderfully juicy inside. You get all the comfort food satisfaction without any deep-frying anxiety, making it a weeknight winner. The secret is a robust seasoning blend that permeates every bite, ensuring a delicious experience that rivals traditional fried chicken.

What to Expect

Prepare for chicken that boasts an exterior so perfectly crisp, you'll hear the crunch with every bite. Beneath that delightful crust, the chicken thighs and drumsticks remain incredibly moist and tender, bursting with savory flavor. The combination of plain Panko and seasoned breadcrumbs, along with fresh parsley, paprika, dried rosemary, and a hint of crushed red pepper flakes, creates a wonderfully aromatic and zesty garlic onion seasoning profile. This dish offers a comforting, hearty meal with a vibrant Italian essence that's sure to become a family favorite.

Customization & Variations

While this recipe shines with bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and drumsticks, you could experiment with other cuts if you adjust baking times. If you don't have Cento seasoned breadcrumbs, you can use all plain Panko and boost the other seasonings slightly. For those who prefer less spice, simply reduce or omit the crushed red pepper flakes and adjust the zesty garlic onion seasoning to your taste.

Italian BFC is perfect for a comforting family dinner or a casual gathering where you want to impress without the stress. Serve it alongside your favorite simple green salad or a light pasta dish to complete a truly satisfying meal.

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