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Baked Buttermilk Chicken

Baked Buttermilk Chicken

The ultimate comfort food, Baked Buttermilk Chicken is a crispy, juicy delight that's perfect for any occasion. This easy weeknight dinner will satisfy your cravings and can be made with just a handful of ingredients. Try it tonight for a meal your family will love!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 6 cloves garlic cloves minced
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • cups panko bread crumbs
  • cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp paprika

Equipment

  • Meat Pounder
  • Breading Trays
  • Rimmed Baking Sheet with Wire Rack

Method
 

  1. Place boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag.
  2. Whisk together buttermilk, garlic cloves, honey, salt and black pepper in a large bowl.
  3. Pour the marinade over the chicken and place in the fridge for a few hours up to overnight.
  4. Preheat oven to 400ºF.
  5. Combine panko bread crumbs, grated parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl or plate.
  6. Remove the chicken pieces from the marinade and drain excess.
  7. Coat chicken in the panko mixture on both sides.
  8. Place a wire rack on top of a baking tray. Place coated chicken on the wire rack. Lightly spray with cooking spray.
  9. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the juices run clear and reaches an internal temperature of 165ºF on an instant-read thermometer. Garnish with parsley.

Notes

  • Tip 1: You can use any cut of chicken that you prefer.
  • Tip 2: Use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature.
  • Tip 3: Buttermilk helps to tenderize the chicken.
  • Tip 4: Store leftovers in an airtight container.
  • Tip 5: Cooked chicken can be stored in the freezer for up to three months.