Cornflake Chicken
The ultimate comfort food, Cornflake Chicken is tender, juicy, and perfectly crispy. This easy weeknight dinner will become a family favorite. With its simple preparation and delightful crunch, you'll want to make it tonight!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Frying Pan
- Whisk
- Baking Sheet
- Oven
Ingredients
- 3 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 6 pieces
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 4 cups cornflakes
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 spray Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper and placing an oven-safe wire rack over it.
- Prepare your chicken by cutting each breast in half so you have 6 equal pieces, set aside.
- Whisk the eggs and milk in a medium shallow bowl, and set aside.
- In a large plastic bag, add your cornflakes, paprika, garlic, onion, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Use a rolling pin to crush the cornflakes and shake until everything has come together into a coarse crumb mixture. Pour the cornflake crumbs out into a large plate.
- Dip your chicken into the egg mixture to coat, remove and coat generously in the cornflake crumbs, completely covering the chicken.
- Place the breaded chicken onto the prepared wire rack and pan, repeat with all your chicken cuts.
- Once all the chicken is breaded, spray them each with cooking oil and place in the oven, and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through baking.
- Remove from the oven and allow the chicken to cool for a few minutes before enjoying.
Notes
- Tip 1: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Tip 2: You can freeze the breaded chicken pieces before baking. Just lay them out on a baking sheet until frozen, then transfer to a freezer bag.
- Tip 3: This dish pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes or a fresh salad.
- Tip 4: For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken in buttermilk before breading.
- Tip 5: Adjust the spices in the cornflake mixture to your liking for a custom flavor experience.