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Crunchy Oven-Baked Chicken (Frango crocante)
A simple recipe for golden, crispy chicken that stays succulent and tender inside. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a family weekend lunch.
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Ingredients
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1.5 kg chicken pieces of your choice
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup grated onion
Seasoning to taste (salt, pepper, garlic, etc.)
3 tbsp margarine, cut into small cubes
1.5 kg chicken pieces of your choice
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup grated onion
Seasoning to taste (salt, pepper, garlic, etc.)
3 tbsp margarine, cut into small cubes
Where to find ingredients
You can find all these staples at major South African retailers like Woolworths, Pick n Pay, or Checkers. Look for fresh chicken in the butchery section. For the best result, use a high-quality Parmesan, though a local hard Italian-style cheese is a great substitute. If you prefer, unsalted butter can be used instead of margarine.
Preparation method
- Start by preparing the chicken: rinse the pieces thoroughly and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Season the chicken pieces well with salt, pepper, garlic, and any other herbs or spices you prefer.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, grated onion, grated Parmesan, and breadcrumbs.
- Stir the mixture well until you achieve a smooth, uniform paste.
- Grease a baking tray or roasting dish with a little bit of margarine.
- Arrange the seasoned chicken pieces on the tray in a single layer, ensuring they do not overlap.
- Coat each piece of chicken with the mayonnaise and cheese paste, spreading it evenly to cover the entire surface.
- Distribute the cubes of margarine on top of the coating of each chicken piece.
- This extra touch will help ensure the crust turns golden brown and adds a richness to the flavour.
- Place in an oven preheated to 200°C for approximately 40 to 50 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the topping is golden and crisp.
- Note that the cooking time may vary slightly depending on your oven and the size of the chicken pieces.
Observations
Looking to serve up succulent chicken with a perfectly golden, crispy crust? This oven-baked recipe is the ultimate solution for those who want flavour without the fuss. It is a crowd-pleasing dish that works just as well for a casual Sunday family lunch as it does for a speedy midweek supper. The method is straightforward, and the result is truly irresistible: a rich, savoury coating that provides that all-important crunch while keeping the meat juicy.
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