OVEN-FRIED CHIPOTLE CHILI CHICKEN

Oven-Fried Chipotle Chili Chicken image

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 whole canned chipotle chilies in adobo (available at Mexican and Hispanic markets) or 2 teaspoons chili powder
3/4 cup mayonnaise
6 chicken drumsticks (about 1 1/2 pounds)
6 chicken wings (about 1 pound)
2 1/4 cups fine fresh white bread crumbs
1/4 teaspoons cayenne, or to taste

Steps:

In a food processor blend together the chipotles, the mayonnaise, and salt and pepper to taste until the mixture is smooth. In a baking pan arrange the chicken pieces in one layer and coat them completely with the mayonnaise mixture. Chill the chicken, covered, for at least 1 hour or overnight.
In a large bowl combine the bread crumbs, the cayenne, salt and pepper to taste and coat each piece of chicken with the bread crumb mixture, patting the mixture on lightly. Arrange the chicken pieces on the lightly oiled racks of 2 roasting pans and bake them in a preheated 425°F oven, turning them once carefully, for 30 minutes. Reduce the temperature to 375°F. and bake the chicken for 10 to 20 minutes more, or until it is cooked through.