Cornflake-Crusted Chicken
Crispy, crunchy, and delicious, Cornflake-Crusted Chicken is a quick and easy dish perfect for family dinners and gatherings, combining juicy chicken with a whimsical cornflake crust.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 cups cornflakes, crushed
- 1 cup buttermilk Can substitute with milk and vinegar mix.
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 spray or drizzle cooking spray or oil For browning effect.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine buttermilk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Whisk until well combined.
- Dip each chicken breast into the buttermilk mixture to ensure it's well coated.
- Roll each chicken breast in the crushed cornflakes, pressing down lightly to adhere.
- Place the coated chicken breasts on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.
- Lightly spray the chicken with cooking spray or drizzle with oil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until cooked through and the coating is crispy.
- Let the chicken cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For deeper flavor, let the buttermilk mixture marinate the chicken for a few hours or overnight. Use a meat thermometer to ensure doneness at 165°F (75°C).