Irish Oven Fried Chicken Thighs Recipe
Crispy, juicy, and full of flavor — this Irish Oven Fried Chicken Thighs Recipe is comfort food at its best. It’s baked, not deep-fried, so it’s lighter but still perfectly crunchy.
Ingredients
- 6 chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken
- Place the chicken thighs in a bowl. Pour buttermilk over them and mix well. Let them soak for at least 1 hour. This makes the chicken soft and juicy.
Prepare the Coating
- In another bowl, mix breadcrumbs, flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and parsley. Stir well to combine all the spices.
Coat the Chicken
- Take each chicken thigh from the buttermilk and roll it in the breadcrumb mix. Press gently so the coating sticks well.
Prepare for Baking
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the coated chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a wire rack. Brush melted butter over each piece for that golden crisp look.
Bake Until Crispy
- Bake the chicken for 35–40 minutes. Flip halfway for even browning. When done, it should be crispy outside and juicy inside.
Notes
- Don’t skip the buttermilk; it keeps the chicken tender.
- Use a wire rack for extra crispiness.
- Melted butter gives a rich Irish touch.
- You can add chili powder if you like spice.
- Always preheat the oven before baking.