Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and drizzle it lightly with melted butter.
Marinate the chicken: Place chicken in a bowl or zip bag with buttermilk. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight for extra tenderness).
Prepare the coating: In a shallow dish, mix flour, crushed cornflakes, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne (if using).
Coat the chicken: Remove chicken from buttermilk (shake off excess), then dredge each piece in the coating mixture. Press lightly to help the crumbs stick.
Arrange on baking sheet and drizzle with the rest of the melted butter for that fried golden finish.
Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until chicken is crispy and cooked through (internal temp 165°F/74°C).
🍽️ Serving Ideas
Serve it with mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or a side of honey mustard for dipping — it’s comfort food perfection! 😍
❤️ Tips
For extra crispiness, bake on a wire rack over the pan.
Don’t skip the buttermilk soak — it makes the chicken juicy inside!
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