A ‘good diet recipe’ from Miriam D. Chicken legs and thighs are coated with Dijon mustard, dipped in buttermilk and breadcrumbs, then baked at high heat until golden and crispy.

Author

Miriam D.


Recipe

Measurements Ingredients 
Chicken Legs 
Chicken Thighs 
Amount as neededDijon-Style Mustard 
Amount as neededSalt 
Amount as neededPepper 
Amount as neededButtermilk 
Amount as neededFine Dry Breadcrumbs

Instructions

1.  Spread 6 chicken legs and 6 thighs lightly with Dijon-style mustard. 2.  Sprinkle the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. 3.  Dip each piece of chicken in buttermilk. 4.  Then, coat each piece thoroughly with fine dry breadcrumbs. 5.  Place the coated chicken pieces on a baking sheet. 6.  Cover the baking sheet with a sheet of foil. 7.  Bake at 400°F for 30 minutes. 8.  Remove the foil. 9.  Increase the oven heat to 450°F. 10. Bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes longer, or until the chicken is golden brown and tender when tested with a fork. 11. This is a good diet recipe.