Baked Chicken Marinated in Buttermilk
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. This simple recipe yields incredibly tender and aromatic chicken. It goes well with wild rice, green beans, or fried potatoes. The dish is ready to be served.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Peel the garlic cloves and crush them with a press. Whisk buttermilk together with the garlic, salt, granulated sugar, paprika, and a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper in a bowl. Place the chicken pieces into a large resealable plastic bag or container with a lid, pour in the buttermilk marinade, and shake well to ensure all the chicken is completely coated. Refrigerate the chicken to marinate for at least 2 hours, but preferably for 24 to 48 hours.
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Step 2
2. Preheat the oven to 220 degrees before cooking the chicken. Line a baking pan with aluminum foil. Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it in the pan. Lightly brush with olive oil.
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Step 3
3. Sprinkle with additional paprika and coarse sea salt to taste. Bake the chicken in the oven for 30 minutes for legs and approximately 35 to 40 minutes for chicken breasts. The chicken should be golden brown.
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Step 4
4. Serve immediately with wild rice, green beans, or fried potatoes. Sprinkle with fresh herbs if desired.