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Best Cornflake Chicken

A delightful twist on a classic chicken dish featuring a crunchy cornflake coating.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups cornflakes crushed
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • Meat mallet or rolling pin
  • Tongs
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness.
  4. In one bowl, pour the buttermilk. In another bowl, mix the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  5. Dip each chicken breast into the flour mixture, then coat it in buttermilk.
  6. Press the buttermilk-coated chicken into the crushed cornflakes.
  7. Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  9. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

This chicken pairs well with mashed potatoes or a fresh garden salad.