Zesty Fried Chicken

Growing up as a kid my favorite meal was fried chicken and mashed potatoes. When my dad took us out to eat it was the only thing I wanted to eat. No matter what other food items where on the menu, if there was fried chicken that is what I wanted to eat. End of story.

Yes today if you ask me what my favorite meal is I would say it still has to be fried chicken. That’s my soul food, my comfort food. And if you ever get a chance to drive in the south you will find the best fried chicken money can by. So today I wanted to share a more heart healthy way to enjoy a southern favorite.

Ingredients

• 1/2 c. buttermilk
• 2 tsp. no-salt blackening seasoning
• kosher salt
• 4 c. cornflakes
• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 1/2 c. fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
• 8 small chicken drumsticks (about 2 lb.), skin removed

Directions

1. Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with nonstick foil. In a shallow bowl, combine the buttermilk, blackening seasoning and 3/4 teaspoon salt.

2. Finely crush the cornflakes and transfer to a second bowl. Toss with the oil, then the parsley.

3. Dip the chicken in the buttermilk, letting any excess drip off, then coat in the cornflakes, pressing gently to help them adhere. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.

4. Bake until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through, 30 to 35 minutes.

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