Are you dreaming of biting into some gluten free buttermilk oven fried chicken today? Have I got an amazing recipe for you to try and I can’t keep it a secret! This juicy chicken is so flavorful and incredibly simple to make.
The secret to making this perfectly cooked oven-baked fried chicken is soaking them in buttermilk. You won’t believe how delectable every taste of this finger-licking good moist chicken is. Plus, this chicken is baked, so it’s healthier than many alternatives.
If you love easy dinner recipe ideas, you will love checking out my best Gluten Free Chicken Recipes. These gluten free dinner recipes make busy weeknights so much easier!
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Do you feel the struggle of wanting to eat healthily, but also want to indulge in great tasting food that you are accustomed to? I hear you!! At the Fearless Dining home, we are the exact same way."
We want to be healthier, but don’t want to give up comfort food like gluten free fried chicken! Thankfully, I have developed an amazing recipe that allows us to have the best of both worlds.
My one piece of advice to all of you just starting out is not to be afraid to try new things. If you make a dish and it’s a flop, that’s okay! Keep trying because you will get the hang of gluten free dining in no time. Take a peek at my guide Gluten Free Pantry Essentials And Equipment Recommendations to help you out along the way. After you get used to eating, cooking, and baking gluten free, you will be an old pro!
Try some of my other gluten free chicken recipes too:
- These Air Fried Chicken Drumsticks are a big hit and they make a quick and easy dinner.
- If your kids love pasta, this recipe for Gluten Free Chicken Parmesan With Pasta will be popular.
- This Quick And Easy Fresh Herb Lemon Chicken is ready in just 30 minutes.
- If you like to use your Instant Pot, this Instant Pot Tuscan Chicken Pasta makes a great dinner.
For this recipe, I used the new Trader Joe's Rice Crumbs. Why? Because they make this chicken recipe crispy like fried chicken without all of the fat from frying. If you don't have a Trader Joe's nearby, I list more gluten free breadcrumb ideas that you can use below.
These rice crumbs lock in the juicy flavor of this oven-fried chicken!
What can I coat the chicken in for baking?
There are a few choices that work really well with this gluten free buttermilk oven chicken recipe. All of these are great options:
- Gluten Free Breadcrumbs
- Gluten Free Crushed Tortilla Chips
- Gluten Free Panko Crumbs
How to make gluten free buttermilk oven fried chicken:
Soak your raw chicken in buttermilk. If you can't find buttermilk in your store, you can make your own!
How do you make homemade buttermilk?
You can always buy buttermilk at the market, but it’s really EASY to make yourself. All you need to do is mix milk and lemon juice together! Let them sit in a bowl together for 10-15 minutes; then you will end up with buttermilk. How simple is that?
How long do I need to soak the chicken?
Buttermilk plays a vital role in making the chicken super tender and juicy. It would be best if you let it soak for at least one whole hour before baking. If the chicken isn’t completely covered with buttermilk, make sure to flip it halfway through.
Take your chicken pieces out of the buttermilk and dip into the crumb topping. Place in a baking dish. My roasting pan has a wire rack, which keeps the chicken a little higher so it doesn't get soggy sitting in chicken grease.
Spray the chicken with a light oil. I used avocado oil in my oil mister. The fine droplets lightly coat the chicken and add to the fried taste and crispiness.
How do you know when chicken is done?
There are several ways to know if the oven-fried chicken is done. First of all, check the juices in the chicken. You want them to run clear and not be bloody or brown. Next, the temperature of the chicken. It should be at least 165 degrees F.
You don’t want to cook it until the internal temperature is much higher because it will become somewhat dry. The chicken should be able to come apart easily too. Typically it will be white in the center as well.
Bake your chicken at 350F degrees for 20-25 minutes. You will know your chicken is baked and ready when it has an internal temperature of 165F degrees.
What cut of chicken do I need to use?
This oven-baked fried chicken recipe is incredible because you can use several cuts of chicken. Breasts, thighs, and legs are my go-to choices. Each one is a little bit different, but they all provide an excellent result. You can mix and match whatever combination you like best because they are all good.
Are you ready to make this gluten free oven fried chicken recipe? Want to try your air fryer? You can make this yummy Gluten Free Air Fried Chicken Drumsticks recipe too!
📋 Recipe
Gluten Free Buttermilk Oven Fried Chicken
A crispy healthier chicken dinner recipe. This Gluten Free Buttermilk Oven Fried Chicken is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.
Ingredients
- 6 pieces of chicken
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1 1/2 cups gluten free panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Soak your chicken in the buttermilk for 30 minutes to one hour.
- Preheat the oven to 350F degrees.
- Add the gluten free breadcrumbs and spices to a shallow big bowl and use a whisk to blend the ingredients.
- Remove a piece of chicken from the buttermilk and dip it into the breadcrumbs. Press the chicken down and flip it so all of the chicken is coated. Place it in a roasting pan.
- Repeat with the rest of the chicken.
- Spray the chicken with a mist of light oil.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until your chicken has an internal temperature of 165F degrees.
Notes
1. You can use chicken with or without bones. I used bone-in chicken.
2. Baking time will vary depending on the size of your chicken and whether you use bone-in or boneless chicken!
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 335Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 755mgCarbohydrates: 24gFiber: 1gSugar: 6gProtein: 27g
Please note this nutrition information is calculated by a recipe plugin and is an estimate based on the ingredients used in this recipe.
Jenni
I love the combination of spices and Parmesan you're using for this chicken! Sounds fantastic!
Sandi Gaertner
Wow, thank you so much Jenni 🙂
Beth
So many good tips in this recipe. Never thought of using crushed tortilla chips or spraying with an oil mister. Or cooking on the rack. Thank you! Sometimes when I'm short of bread crumbs I'll crush up some leftover cereal as long as it's not too sweet - works great too! Thanks for a great recipe and instructions. Even how to make your own buttermilk!!!
Sandi Gaertner
Crushed tortilla chips are my kids' favorite lately. Glad to help!