Spicy Baked Picnic Chicken - A Finger-Licking Good American Delight

This Spicy Baked Picnic Chicken is a delicious twist on a classic American favorite. The tender chicken pieces are marinated in a flavorful spicy sauce, then baked to perfection. The result is juicy, flavorful, and slightly crispy chicken that will have everyone coming back for seconds. It's the perfect dish to bring to a picnic or enjoy at a backyard gathering. With a preparing time of just 30 minutes, you can quickly whip up this crowd-pleasing recipe. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this finger-licking good dish!

Ingredients

• 8 chicken drumsticks
• 8 chicken thighs
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup hot sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons paprika
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, hot sauce, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
2. Add the chicken drumsticks and thighs to the bowl, making sure they are fully coated with the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
3. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
4. In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour with a pinch of salt and pepper.
5. Remove the chicken from the marinade and allow the excess to drip off. Dip each piece of chicken into the flour mixture, coating it evenly on all sides.
6. Place the coated chicken pieces on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
8. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and juicy chicken.
9. Serve the Spicy Baked Picnic Chicken hot or at room temperature, and enjoy!

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