Extra Crispy Irish Oven Baked Chicken Thighs Recipe
This Extra Crispy Irish Oven recipe offers tender, flavorful chicken thighs with a perfectly crunchy coating. Marinated in buttermilk and coated with a seasoned panko breadcrumb mixture, the chicken is baked to golden-brown perfection, making it an irresistible dish perfect for a cozy family dinner or special occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 cup buttermilk
Breading Mix
- 1 ½ cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Finishing
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Marinate Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in a large bowl and pour in the buttermilk. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes. This tenderizes the meat and infuses it with flavor.
- Prepare Breading Mixture: In a shallow dish, mix together the panko breadcrumbs, all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, dried thyme, and garlic powder until evenly combined.
- Coat Chicken Thighs: Remove each chicken thigh from the buttermilk, letting any excess drip off. Dredge each piece thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring an even and complete coating.
- Arrange and Add Butter: Place the coated chicken thighs on the prepared baking sheet spaced evenly. Drizzle the melted butter over the top of the coated chicken to help achieve an extra crispy crust during baking.
- Bake Chicken: Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Confirm doneness by checking that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Serve the chicken hot for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- For even crispier chicken, you can flip the thighs halfway through baking and drizzle a little more melted butter.
- Make sure the chicken is at room temperature before marinating for more even cooking.
- If you don’t have buttermilk, you can substitute with regular milk mixed with a tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar.
- Using parchment paper helps prevent sticking and makes cleanup simpler.
- Always check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure safety.
Keywords: crispy chicken, Irish chicken recipe, baked chicken thighs, buttermilk chicken, panko crust chicken
