The Best Oven Baked Crispy Chicken
  1. In a large stainless steel or glass bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons sea salt, 1 tablespoon honey and 1-2 quarts warm water to create a brine.

  2. Place the chicken into the brine, cover, and transfer to the refrigerator for 3-4 hours.

  3. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  4. Pat the chicken pieces dry with a paper towel and place on a plate.

  5. In a shallow bowl, whisk together the almond meal, sea salt, nutritional yeast, thyme, cayenne pepper, and smoked paprika.

  6. Dredge the chicken thighs in the seasoned breading until well-coated.

  7. Bake for 20 minutes at 350 degrees, then turn over each thigh and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes at 425 degrees.

  8. Let the chicken sit for 15 minutes before serving.

  9. Serve and enjoy!

Course🍽️Main Course

Diets🌾Gluten-free🥩Carnivore...

Category🍗Chicken

Cuisine🇺🇸American

Occasions📆Everyday👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Family Meal

Season🔁Year-round

DifficultyEasy ⏰ 45m

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