Shake and Bake
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
40 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Shake and Bake
Description
This Shake and Bake recipe combines breadcrumbs, cornmeal, cornstarch, and a medley of spices to create a dry coating mixture that crisps nicely in the oven. The inclusion of cornstarch helps achieve a light, crispy texture. Paprika, celery salt, onion and garlic powders, basil, salt, and pepper develop a balanced seasoning profile. Vegetable oil is incorporated to help the coating brown evenly and adhere well.
Chicken pieces—drumsticks, thighs, or tenders—are first dipped in beaten egg, then shaken or pressed into the coating mixture to form a seasoned crust. Baking at 400°F for 35 to 40 minutes crisps the coating and cooks the chicken through, creating a baked alternative to traditional fried chicken with a crunchy crust and juicy interior.
This method is suitable for standard or boneless chicken (adjusting bake time accordingly) and yields a convenient, less oily meal option. Presentation benefits from the golden color of the crust, and leftover coating should be discarded to prevent contamination. The coating mix can be prepared ahead and frozen for convenience.
Ingredients
- 3 pounds chicken drumstick or legs, thighs and tenders
- 2 egg
Shake and Bake Mixture
- 1 ½ cups bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons cornmeal
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon celery salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon basil dried
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Grease or line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment.
- In a medium bowl, combine breadcrumbs, cornmeal, cornstarch, paprika, celery salt, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and basil. Mix well.
- Add the oil and mix until fully incorporated.
- Whisk the egg and dip the chicken pieces into the egg.
- Dip each chicken piece into the coating, gently pressing to adhere.
- Place on prepared baking sheet and bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until crisp and the chicken is cooked through.
Notes
- Nutrition information applies to the Shake and Bake mixture only, excluding chicken and eggs.
- Boneless chicken breasts require about 25 minutes baking time for doneness.
- This coating recipe is designed for about 3 pounds of chicken. Do not reuse leftover coating that contacted raw chicken to avoid contamination.
- The Shake and Bake seasoning mix can be made in advance and stored in sealed bags in the freezer for up to six months.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 40 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 40 | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Sodium | 238mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 19mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 0.4g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 55IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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