CORNMEAL-COATED CHICKEN

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The pepper really comes through in this quick and convenient coating mix for chicken. "Not only is it tasty, it's certainly more economical than the store-bought kind," assures Aljene Wendling of Seattle, Washington.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings per batch.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cornmeal
4 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:
1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 pounds), cut up and skin removed
3 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first nine ingredients. Store in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months. Yield: 3 batches (2-1/4 cups total)., To prepare chicken: Place 3/4 cup coating mix in a resealable plastic bag. Dip chicken in butter; add chicken to bag, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat. Place in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 45-50 minutes or until juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Fat 18g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 133mg cholesterol, Sodium 361mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 39g protein.