Crispy Ring Baked Chicken
Juicy chicken thighs coated in a golden, crispy crust for a restaurant-style finish. This American quick recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, flour, and cornstarch for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 1.5 lbs) chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp oil
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Dredge chicken thighs in the mixture, ensuring even coating.
- Step 2: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden and crispy, turning occasionally.
- Step 3: Transfer to a wire rack and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with your favorite sides.







