oven-fried chicken with parmesan cheese

based on the recipe in The All New All Purpose Joy of Cooking (1997)

4-6 servings

Position a rack in the center of the oven.

Preheat to 350 degrees F.

Lightly oil a baking sheet.

Rinse and pat dry

12 chicken drumsticks, thighs, or breast halves, or a combination.

Mix in a medium bowl:

1 cup whole-milk or low-fat yogurt (1% milk worked fine)

1 cup sour cream

0.5 cup Dijon mustard

1 tablespoon minced garlic

Combine in a wide, shallow bowl:

1.5 cups dry Italian seasoned breadcrumbs

0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese

0.5 teaspoon dried oregano

0.5 teaspoon salt

0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

Coat each pice of chicken with milk mixture.

Roll in the breadcrumb mixture.

Arrange chicken on baking sheet.

Bake 45-60 minutes or until coating is browned and the dark meat pieces exude clear juices.

Can serve hot or at room temperature.