Make delicious crispy “fried” chicken – without all the grease – with our copycat Shake ‘n Bake Chicken recipe!

Copycat Shake-N-Bake Chicken

When I was growing up, Shake ‘n Bake was always a special treat! That crispy coating was delicious and it’s one of those meals that the whole family loves!

What is Shake ‘n Bake?

Shake ‘n Bake is a brand-name for a seasoned bread crumb mixture that was intended to coat meat, such as chicken or pork chops, to re-create the crispy fried effect. Shake ‘n Bake made it easy to cook “fried chicken” at home without all the grease or a fryer!

Now you can this same crispy baked chicken at home with our easy Shake ‘n Bake style seasoning mix! My kids love chicken legs, so that’s what we used here. A big hit for sure!

Ingredients

• 2 cups Panko Bread Crumbs
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 2 teaspoons Garlic Powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper, optional
• 1/2 teaspoon Dried Parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon Dried Thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 Tablespoons Oil of Choice
• 8 Chicken Legs

Scroll down to the printable recipe card for full measurements.

Helpful Kitchen Tools

• Baking Sheet lined with foil
• Mixing bowls
• Gallon freezer bag

Instructions

To Prep: Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and line a baking sheet or casserole dish with foil.

Place the bread crumbs, herbs and spices in a bowl and whisk to combine.

Pour the bread crumb mixture into a freezer bag and set aside.

Place the chicken legs in a bowl and pour the oil overtop. Toss to coat the chicken legs completely in the oil.

Add the chicken legs two or three at a time to the freezer bag and shake to coat in the bread crumb mixture.

Place the breaded chicken legs on the prepared baking sheet or casserole dish.

Bake for approximately 35 minutes, until an inserted thermometer reads 165F.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Use Another Cut Of Chicken?

Sure! You can use any kind of chicken, even boneless chicken tenders, with this seasoning mix. The cooking times will vary based on the type of chicken you used. For example, chicken tenders will cook in about half the time. To know for sure that your chicken is done throughout, you’ll want to use a meat thermometer in the center to see that it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

How Long Does Leftover Shake & Bake Chicken Stay Good?

If you happen to have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container or zip-top bag in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

The toaster oven works great for reheating! If you don’t have one, you can also reheat in the regular oven. Place the leftover chicken on a baking sheet and right into the cold oven. Press preheat. When the oven reaches temperature, your chicken should be warmed through.

What Do You Serve With Shake ‘N Bake Chicken?

Anything that goes with fried chicken will pair perfectly with our homemade shake & bake chicken too! Here are some of our favorite healthy-ish sides to go with your baked chicken:

• Avocado Pasta Salad
• Baked Avocado Fries
• Cauliflower “Potato” Salad”

More Chicken Recipes To Try

• Chicken & Waffles Sliders
• Quinoa Crusted Chicken Strips
• Lemon Miso Chicken Noodle Bowl

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Copycat Shake ‘N Bake Chicken Recipe (Printable Recipe Card)

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