This Shake and Bake Seasoning will have you gnawing at the bone. With its delicious flavors and trademark yellow juices coming from the turmeric added. Prepare it the same way as Shake n Bake.Use it without the Flour to season various Meats. Exchange the Flour for a Keto or Gluten Free Shake and Bake Coating.
Servings: 4 portions
Equipment
- 1 Mixing Bowl or Bag
- 1 Baking Tray
- 1 Brush to coat the Chicken with drippings halfway through cooking
Ingredients
- 4 Chicken Quarters - Separated (thighs & legs) or 8 pieces
Shake & Bake Coating
- 2 Tbl Flour - See Notes for Keto & Gluten Free versions
- 1 Tbl Sea Salt & Savory - each
- 1 tsp Thyme, Dill Weed, Oregano, Ginger, Garlic, Paprika, and Cumin - each
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric - this can be dropped to 1/4 tsp
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper - or more
- 1/8 tsp Cayenne Pepper - or more
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 F with the rack in middle position. Clean and trim the Chicken Quarters and separate the Thigh from the Leg.
- Combine all the Shake and Bake ingredients together in a bowl or bag.
- Add Chicken Thighs first to coat and then legs. One piece at a time. Shake off any excess and transfer to a tray, presentation side up. Optionally lined with foil for easier cleanup.
- Bake for 25 minutes. Then use the drippings in the pan to brush any dry spots on the Chicken or use Oil. Place back into the oven for another 20 minutes.
- After 45 minutes, shut the oven heat off but leave the chicken in the oven for 15–20 minutes before serving.
Notes
This will be just enough to do 8 pieces (4 thighs & 4 legs), depending on size. Discard any leftover coating after use. Include the Flour for Chicken, exclude for seasoning other various meats.