Best Unfried Chicken Thighs Recipes

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UN-FRIED CHICKEN



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon hot sauce, such as Louisiana Hot Sauce
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in half
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 1/2 cups multi-grain panko breadcrumbs
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan
1 lemon, quartered, plus 1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Combine the buttermilk and hot sauce in a shallow bowl. Season the chicken with salt and black pepper and submerge in the buttermilk mixture.
  • Combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan, lemon zest, red pepper flakes and a pinch each of salt and black pepper in a shallow dish. Remove the chicken from the buttermilk mixture, letting the excess drip off, and dredge in the breadcrumb mixture until evenly coated. Lay the pieces flat on a nonstick baking sheet and refrigerate, uncovered, for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Bake the chicken until just cooked through, 20 to 25 minutes. Divide the chicken among 4 plates and squeeze the lemon over the chicken.

OPRAH'S UNFRIED CHICKEN



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Oprah's famous "unfried chicken" recipe from personal chef Rosie's cookbook. Very tasty, low fat substitute for the Colonel's. 1

Provided by yooper

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 skinless chicken drumsticks
6 skinless chicken breast halves
3 1/2 cups ice water
1 cup plain nonfat yogurt
vegetable oil cooking spray
1 cup dried Italian breadcrumbs
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Remove skin from chicken pieces.
  • Place all chicken pieces in a large bowl with the ice water.
  • Put yogurt in a medium bowl; set aside.
  • Spray a baking sheet with vegetable oil.
  • Combine all breading ingredients in a large, tight-sealing bag.
  • Shake to mix.
  • Remove two pieces of the chicken from the ice water.
  • Roll each piece in yogurt.
  • Put chicken in plastic bag with the breading mix.
  • Seal and shake, coating each piece thoroughly.
  • Place on oiled baking sheet.
  • Repeat with remaining chicken pieces.
  • Spray chicken lightly with vegetable oil.
  • Place baking sheet on bottom of the preheated 400°F oven.
  • Bake for 1 hour, turning pieces over every 20 minutes for even browning.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.9, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 117.2, Sodium 517.8, Carbohydrate 33, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 4.4, Protein 47.4

UNFRIED CHICKEN THIGHS



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Since my WLS I have to watch what I am eating, and so far this was the best way to make these in my opinion. Much healthier than fried in the grease that I used to do. Hope ya enjoy!

Provided by Heather Beldin

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 1h

Yield 6 THIGHS, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 chicken thighs, with bone in, skin removed
1/2 cup flour (I used wheat, but you can use what you like)
2 tablespoons chili powder
3/4 cup fat free ranch dressing (or use light)
3/4 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
1/2 cup corn flakes, crushed
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 tablespoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375.
  • Remove the skin from your chicken thighs.
  • You will need 3 bowls or dishes.
  • In the first bowl add and mix the flour and chili powder. Dredge the chicken in the flour and chili powder mixture.
  • Then in the second bowl dip the chicken in the ranch dressing.
  • Add together the bread crumbs, corn flakes, parm cheese and garlic powder in the third bowl.
  • Dip each chicken in bread crumb mixture.
  • Place chicken on foil lined baking sheet.
  • Cook for 40-45 minutes.
  • These are so good and crispy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365.9, Fat 17.4, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 84.7, Sodium 653.1, Carbohydrate 30.2, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 3.2, Protein 21.8

EASY SKINLESS FRIED CHICKEN THIGHS



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A tasty variation on Southern fried battered chicken with fewer calories. Serve with corn bread and cucumber salad.

Provided by Silvia

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Fried Chicken Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
8 skinless chicken thighs
1 cup corn oil, or as needed

Steps:

  • Combine flour, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder in a large resealable plastic bag; mix well.
  • Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Add to the flour mixture in the plastic bag; shake until thoroughly coated.
  • Heat oil in a large, deep skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Add chicken thighs and cover skillet with a spatter guard. Cook, turning occasionally, until chicken thighs are a deep golden brown, about 20 minutes. Drain on a plate lined with paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 149.4 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 43.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 1302.2 mg, Sugar 1 g

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