Description

Southwest Buttermilk Baked Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that brings the bold flavors of the Southwest to your dinner table. With its crispy, golden-brown skin and tender, juicy meat, this recipe combines zesty spices with rich buttermilk for a flavor explosion that will delight your family and friends. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make chicken is sure to become a favorite at gatherings.

Ingredients

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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
1 cup buttermilk
2 tsp olive oil
2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
2 tsp Southwest spice blend (cumin, paprika, garlic powder, chili powder)
1 cup breadcrumbs
Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a bowl, mix buttermilk with salt, pepper, and half of the spice blend.
Submerge chicken in the buttermilk mixture and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight).
Combine remaining spices with breadcrumbs in a separate bowl.
Remove chicken from marinade and coat each breast in the breadcrumb mixture.
Place coated chicken on a lined baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until juices run clear and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Southwestern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 700mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 90mg