Picnic Oven-Fried Chicken
"Whether you take it along on a picnic or serve it at home for a family supper, this updated "fried" chicken is a crowd pleaser. Marinating the chicken in buttermilk keeps it juicy, and the light coating of flour, sesame seeds and spices, misted with olive oil, forms an appealing crust during baking. Make Ahead Tip: The chicken can be marinated for up to 8 hours...."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup buttermilk
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon hot sauce
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2 1/2-3 pounds chicken legs, skin removed, trimmed and cut into thighs and drumsticks
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1/2 cup whole-wheat flour
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2 tablespoons sesame seeds
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1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
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1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/8 teaspoon salt, or to taste
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Freshly ground pepper to taste
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olive oil cooking spray
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