Are you tired of boring, bland chicken that leaves you feeling disappointed? Get ready to revolutionize your dinner game with our Crispy Corn Flake Chicken - a mouthwatering masterpiece that transforms ordinary chicken breasts into a crunchy, golden sensation that will have everyone at the table begging for seconds! This American-style recipe is about to become your new go-to meal that combines incredible texture, bold flavors, and restaurant-quality results right from your own kitchen.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 cups corn flakes
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound to an even 1/2-inch thickness to ensure uniform cooking.
- In a shallow bowl, pour buttermilk and season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine seasonings.
- Crush corn flakes into fine, uniform crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a sealed plastic bag and rolling with a rolling pin.
- Dip each chicken breast first into the seasoned buttermilk, ensuring complete coverage, then immediately coat thoroughly with crushed corn flake crumbs, pressing gently to help crumbs adhere.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly greased aluminum foil.
- Arrange breaded chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece to allow even air circulation.
- Lightly spray or brush chicken with olive oil to help achieve extra crispiness during baking.
- Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and coating is golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or side dishes like roasted vegetables or fresh salad.
Tips
- Pounding chicken to an even thickness ensures uniform cooking and prevents dry edges.
- Use fresh, crisp corn flakes for the crunchiest coating possible.
- Don't skip the buttermilk soak - it helps tenderize the chicken and helps the coating stick perfectly.
- For extra crispiness, use a light spray of olive oil before baking to help the corn flake coating turn golden brown.
- Use a meat thermometer to guarantee the chicken reaches the safe internal temperature of 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes after cooking to keep it juicy and allow the coating to set.
- Experiment with additional seasonings in your corn flake coating like paprika, dried herbs, or a touch of cayenne for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 110mg
