Description

Cornflake Chicken is a crispy, flavorful baked chicken recipe featuring tender chicken strips coated in seasoned crushed cornflakes. This easy and quick dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner, offering a crunchy and delicious alternative to traditional breaded chicken. With simple seasoning and a golden crust, it’s a family-friendly meal served warm and garnished with fresh parsley.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken

1½ pounds chicken tenderloins

Coating

4 cups cornflakes
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt

Egg Mixture

2 large eggs
¾ cup heavy cream

Garnish

1 teaspoon chopped parsley

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Instructions

Preheat the oven. Heat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a large baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray, then set it aside to prepare for baking.
Prepare the chicken. Place the chicken tenderloins on a plate and set them aside until ready to coat.
Crush the cornflakes. Using a food processor, lightly pulse the cornflakes until they are crumbled but still have some texture.
Mix the coating. Transfer the crumbled cornflakes to a medium bowl and combine with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the seasonings.
Prepare the egg wash. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and heavy cream until smooth and combined.
Coat the chicken. Dip each chicken tenderloin first into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge it in the seasoned cornflake mixture ensuring full coverage. Place each coated strip on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the chicken. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit when measured with a meat thermometer.
Garnish and serve. Once baked, sprinkle the chicken with chopped parsley and serve warm for a crispy and flavorful meal.

Notes

Storage: Cornflake Chicken can be stored safely in the refrigerator for 3-4 days in an airtight container.
Freezing: It can be frozen for 1-2 months when sealed in a freezer-safe container.
Reheating: Reheat in an oven or toaster oven until heated through; note the cornflake coating may soften and lose its crunch after reheating.
Tips: Parsley garnish is optional and can be omitted if preferred.
Chicken tenderloins cook quickly and require less prep; if using larger chicken pieces like breasts or thighs, adjust baking time accordingly.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 4 oz chicken with coating)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 140mg