Smoky Chipotle Crunch Chicken 🌶️🍗

Chipotle Oven Fried Chicken Recipe

🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
🥘 Servings: 6

Ingredients:

• 2 chipotle chiles in adobo
• 3/4 cup mayonnaise
• 6 chicken drumsticks
• 6 chicken breasts
• 2 1/4 cups bread crumbs
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare Chipotle Mayo Mixture:

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   • Using a food processor, blend together the chipotle chiles in adobo, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth.

2. Marinate the Chicken:

   • In a baking dish, arrange the chicken drumsticks and breasts in a single layer.
   • Coat the chicken pieces evenly with the prepared chipotle mayo mixture.
   • Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight to allow the flavors to meld.

3. Prepare Bread Crumb Coating:

   • In a large bowl, combine the bread crumbs, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.

4. Coat the Chicken:

   • Remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator.
   • Coat each piece of chicken thoroughly with the bread crumb mixture, ensuring an even coating.

5. Bake the Chicken:

   • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
   • Place the coated chicken pieces on roasting racks set over baking sheets to allow for even cooking.
   • Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, turning them once halfway through the cooking time to ensure even browning.

6. Final Bake:

   • After 30 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
   • Continue baking the chicken for an additional 15 minutes, or until it is fully cooked through and golden brown on the outside.

7. Serve and Enjoy:

   • Once cooked, remove the chipotle oven fried chicken from the oven.
   • Allow it to rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
   • Serve hot with your favorite side dishes and enjoy this spicy and flavorful chicken dish!

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 527.1
• Total Fat: 21.9g
  • Saturated Fat: 6.1g
• Cholesterol: 151.9mg
• Sodium: 448.4mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 29.2g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1.8g
  • Sugar: 2.5g
• Protein: 49.7g

This Chipotle Oven Fried Chicken recipe is perfect for a spicy and satisfying meal, whether you’re cooking for a weeknight dinner or entertaining guests. The combination of smoky chipotle peppers and creamy mayo creates a flavorful marinade, while the crispy bread crumb coating adds a delightful crunch. Give this recipe a try and impress your family and friends with this delicious twist on classic oven-fried chicken!