For those with a fear of frying, this oven method produces moist, flavorful meat and all of the requisite crunch—thanks to the crisp panko bread crumbs—with none of the usual mess. It's a terrific choice for an easy family dinner or casual entertaining.
Recipe information
Total Time
1 hr
Yield
Makes 4 to 6 servings
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Preheat oven to 450°F with rack in middle.
Step 2
Stir together panko, cayenne, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a pie plate.
Step 3
Stir together butter, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl, then brush all over chicken. Add chicken, 2 pieces at a time, to crumb mixture and coat evenly on both sides, pressing chicken into crumbs to help them adhere, then transfer, skin side up, to a shallow baking pan.
Step 4
Bake chicken until well browned and cooked through, 30 to 40 minutes. Let stand, uncovered, 5 to 10 minutes to crisp.
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