Cornflake crusted chicken: the easy recipe for tender cornflake crusted chicken

recipes | May 26, 2024

Here is a simple and tasty recipe for preparing cornflake crusted chicken, perfect for obtaining crispy and tasty chicken:

Ingredients:

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 200 g of cornflakes
  • 2 eggs
  • 100 g of flour
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • Salt and Pepper To Taste
  • Olive oil to taste (if you choose to bake)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the ingredients:
    • Preheat the oven to 200°C if you choose to cook the chicken in the oven.
    • Place the cornflakes in a food bag and coarsely crush with a rolling pin or blend lightly in a food processor until crumbs form. Pour the crumbled cornflakes into a large bowl.
    • In another bowl, beat the eggs with a fork.
    • In a third bowl, mix the flour with the paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
  2. Prepare the chicken:
    • Cut the chicken breasts in half horizontally, if they are very thick, to obtain thinner fillets. Alternatively, you can beat them lightly with a meat tenderizer to even out the thickness.
    • Dredge each piece of chicken in flour, making sure it is well covered and shaking off any excess.
    • Then, dip the floured chicken into the beaten egg, making sure to cover it completely.
    • Finally, pass the chicken in the crumbled cornflakes, pressing lightly to make the breading adhere well.
  3. Cook the chicken:
    • In the oven: Place the chicken pieces on a baking tray lined with baking paper. Spray or brush lightly with olive oil on both sides of the chicken pieces to help brown. Cook in a preheated oven at 200°C for about 20-25 minutes, turning the pieces halfway through cooking, until the chicken is well cooked and the crust is golden and crispy.
    • Pan-fry: Heat a generous amount of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the chicken pieces in batches, cooking for about 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Drain them on absorbent paper to remove excess oil.
  4. Serve:
    • Serve the cornflake crusted chicken hot, accompanied by a fresh salad, chips or grilled vegetables.

Suggestions:

  • For an even tastier version, you can add dried herbs, such as thyme, oregano or parsley, to the cornflake crumbs.
  • Try serving the chicken with an accompanying sauce, such as a garlic mayo, barbecue sauce or yogurt sauce.

Enjoy your meal! This cornflake crusted chicken is sure to be a hit with its irresistible crunch.

Leave a Comment