Isn’t fried chicken comfort food at its finest? It’s such a delicious treat. When you’re hankering for the good stuff, this lighter recipe will not disappoint. While you’re eating it, you don’t yearn for the real thing. You’re happy to be crunching into the super light, slightly smoky crust. You’re amazed that heart healthy Greek yogurt and olive oil produce moist and juicy chicken. It’s a no fuss, no muss recipe that you can cook up for busy, weeknight suppers. It’s equally good to take along on picnics. The chicken is super tender. The coating is light and crisp. I confess, I’ve eaten it cold, standing at the fridge, after a late night at the hospital. I think you’re going to love this recipe as much as I do. I hope you try it!
(Adapted from the Oven Fried Chicken Drumsticks recipe posted in the June 2013 issue of Taste of Home Magazine)
Makes 6 chicken drumsticks
Some Notes:
The chicken is coated with a healthy Greek yogurt mixture, keeping it über moist, tender and juicy. I use Fage brand yogurt in this recipe because it’s my favorite. There’s no need to marinate the chicken for hours.
Additional flavor is achieved from smoked paprika and lots of freshly cracked black pepper. The paprika lends a tasty subtle flavor. You can swap the black pepper for sriracha sauce too.
Self rising flour makes it extra light and crispy but regular flour works too.
Pair this chicken with a some sautéed corn and potatoes and you’ve got yourself a cozy meal. Green beans or a crisp garden salad are also a great side dish.
As it cooks, drizzle some olive oil over it to ensure maximum crispness.
—Vintage Kitchen
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