Source: lblinova, AdobeStockWhen it comes to oven-baked chicken, the first thing that comes to mind is a golden, appetizing, and crispy skin. Many seek secret marinades and cooking methods precisely for this effect. We've gathered time-tested recipes that are guaranteed to work, so you can choose any one and not worry about the result!
1. Baked Chicken with Honey and Paprika
Source: AdobeStockPerfect for a simple dinner or a festive table.
You will need: 1 chicken, 50 ml vegetable oil, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp curry, salt, other spices to taste.
Preparation: Mix the oil, honey, and all spices, thoroughly rub the chicken with this marinade, and leave for at least 1 hour. Then place it in a heatproof dish and bake for approximately 1 hour in the oven at 180-190 degrees Celsius. Periodically baste with the juices from the dish.
2. Crispy Chicken in Mayonnaise
Source: AdobeStockYou can cook a whole chicken or any of its parts using this recipe.
You will need: 1.5 kg chicken, 5 tbsp mayonnaise, 50 ml soy sauce, 100 ml vegetable oil, 3-5 cloves garlic, salt, spices.
Preparation: Mix vegetable oil, mayonnaise, soy sauce, minced garlic, and all spices to taste. Rub the chicken with this mixture and marinate for at least 1 hour. Then place it in a dish, brush with the remaining marinade, and bake for approximately 1 hour in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius until cooked through.
3. Crispy Chicken in Breadcrumbs
Source: AdobeStockCombines vibrant flavor and readily available ingredients perfectly.
You will need: 1 chicken, 2 tbsp olive oil, 50 g butter, 200 g breadcrumbs, 100 ml dry white wine, 150 g grainy mustard, 4 cloves garlic, 1 lemon, 1 sprig thyme, salt, spices.
Preparation: Press the garlic, finely chop the thyme, zest the lemon, and mix all of this with olive oil and melted butter in a blender. Add the breadcrumbs and spices, and lightly pulse briefly.
Separately, mix grainy mustard with wine and coat the chicken or its pieces with this mixture. Then roll in the breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to ensure they adhere well. Bake the chicken for 1 hour in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius, then for another 10 minutes at 220 degrees Celsius. Individual pieces will bake faster.
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4. Baked Chicken in Soy Sauce
Source: AdobeStockA minimalist recipe that won't disappoint!
You will need: 1 chicken, 4 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 4 cloves garlic, 2 tsp Italian herbs, salt, spices.
Preparation: Mix olive oil, soy sauce, minced garlic, and all spices with Italian herbs. Rub the chicken with the resulting marinade and leave for at least 1 hour. Then place it on parchment paper and bake for 1 hour in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius, then for another 10 minutes at 220 degrees Celsius.
5. Stuffed Crispy Chicken in the Oven
Source: AdobeStockWill exceed all family or guest expectations!
You will need: 1 chicken, 1 cup buckwheat, 100 g mushrooms, 100 g butter, 1 bunch of herbs, vegetable oil, salt, spices.
Preparation: Boil buckwheat until half-cooked, chop the herbs, and lightly fry the sliced mushrooms. Mix all of this together and let the filling cool. Separately, mix softened butter with spices and thoroughly rub the chicken with this mixture inside and out. Stuff the bird and place it in a heatproof dish, then bake for 40-50 minutes in the oven at 200 degrees Celsius.
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6. Crispy Chicken in Kefir
Source: AdobeStockExperiment with different types of spices to your liking.
You will need: 1 chicken, 1/2 cup kefir, 50 g nuts to taste, salt, spices.
Preparation: Mix spices, nuts crushed almost into flour, and kefir until a paste consistency is reached. Rub the chicken with this marinade on all sides and under the skin, cover with foil, and refrigerate for 3 hours. Then bake for 1 hour in the oven at 200 degrees Celsius, then remove the foil and bake for another 20-30 minutes.
7. Chicken with Lemon and Adjika in the Oven
Source: AdobeStockFor a brighter aroma – you can add a sprig of thyme or rosemary.
You will need: 1 chicken, 1 lemon, 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 tsp mustard, 3 tsp adjika or tomato sauce, sugar, salt, spices.
Preparation: Squeeze the juice and zest half a lemon. Mix them with olive oil, mustard, adjika, and spices, and rub the chicken inside and out. Slice the remaining lemon into thin wedges, place them inside the chicken, and bake for 60-80 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius. During this time, baste several times with the released juices.
8. Baked Chicken with Apples and Crispy Skin
Source: AdobeStockTart apple varieties work best here.
You will need: 1 chicken, 3 apples, 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp mustard, 4 cloves garlic, salt, spices, aromatic herbs.
Preparation: Mince the garlic, mix it with mustard, olive oil, spices, and aromatic herbs to taste, and thoroughly rub the chicken with this marinade on all sides. Leave it in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours, then stuff with apple wedges. Bake for about 1 hour in the oven at 200 degrees Celsius, periodically basting with the juices.
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9. Baked Chicken with Potatoes in the Oven
Source: AdobeStockNo need to prepare a separate side dish!
You will need: 1 chicken, 800 g potatoes, 1-2 onions, 100-150 ml mayonnaise, 1 tbsp curry, 1 tbsp paprika, salt, spices.
Preparation: Mix mayonnaise with all spices, thoroughly coat the chicken with it, and leave for about half an hour. Separately, peel, slice, and mix the potatoes with the remaining mayonnaise sauce. Slice the onion into rings and place it in a heatproof dish, then arrange the potatoes, and the chicken on top. Cover with foil and bake for 50 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius. Then bake for another 20-30 minutes without foil at 200 degrees Celsius.
10. Crispy Chicken in Honey-Mustard Glaze
Source: AdobeStockAdjust the amount of mustard and honey to your taste.
You will need: 1 chicken, 1 tbsp mustard, 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp honey, salt, spices.
Preparation: Mix olive oil, mustard, and all spices, thoroughly rub the chicken with the prepared marinade, and refrigerate for several hours. Then place it on a rack, bake for 50 minutes in the oven at 200 degrees Celsius, then brush with honey and bake for another 10-15 minutes.
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11. Crispy Chicken in Ketchup
Source: AdobeStockIf your ketchup has a strong enough flavor – then you don't even need spices.
You will need: 1 chicken, 2 tbsp ketchup, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, sour cream or yogurt, 4 cloves garlic.
Preparation: Mix ketchup, mayonnaise, minced garlic, and spices as desired. Thoroughly rub the chicken with this marinade and leave for several hours. Then bake the bird for 45-50 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius and another 20 minutes at 200-220 degrees Celsius. Periodically baste with the juices that render.
12. Crispy Chicken in Orange Glaze
Source: AdobeStockRequires no culinary skills, and all ingredients for the recipe can be easily found in your pantry.
You will need: 1 chicken, 2 oranges, 3 tbsp sugar, 1 tbsp aromatic herbs, olive oil, salt, spices.
Preparation: Zest one orange and squeeze its juice, then slice the second orange. Rub the chicken with salt, spices, and aromatic herbs on all sides. Arrange the orange slices in a heatproof dish, place the chicken on top, drizzle everything with olive oil, and bake for 1 hour in the oven at 200 degrees Celsius.
During this time, prepare the glaze from the orange juice, zest, and sugar – cook it over medium heat until thickened. Brush the chicken with the resulting glaze 10 minutes before the end of cooking.