KFC healthy recipe makeover - save 160 calories and 24g of fat

If you are a fan of KFC then we have a MUST try recipe for you.

Our Zing Wellbeing recipe makes the KFC recipe healthier but just as tasty!

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INGREDIENTS:

Chicken:

• 4 chicken drumsticks (skin removed)
• 4 chicken thighs (skin removed)
• 1 cup low-fat buttermilk
• 1 egg

Coating:

• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for extra spice)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• Olive oil spray

INSTRUCTIONS:

• Marinate the Chicken:In a large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg.
  Add the chicken pieces to the bowl, ensuring they are fully submerged in the buttermilk mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
  
• Prepare the Coating:In a separate bowl, mix together the whole wheat flour, panko breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and salt.
  
• Coat the Chicken:Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place a wire rack on top. This will allow the heat to circulate around the chicken, helping it to crisp up.
  Remove the chicken from the buttermilk mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.
  Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure it adheres well.
  Place the coated chicken pieces on the wire rack.
  
• Bake the Chicken:Lightly spray the chicken pieces with olive oil spray to help them crisp up.
  Bake in the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
  For extra crispiness, you can broil the chicken for the last 2-3 minutes of baking, watching closely to prevent burning.
  

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (PER SERVING):

• Healthy Baked "Fried" Chicken:

• Original KFC Fried Chicken: