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Baked Cornflake-Crusted Chicken Strips Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
Enjoy crispy, flavorful chicken strips baked to perfection with a crunchy cornflake coating, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or tenderloins
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (sweet or smoked)
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder

For the Breading Station

  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon water or milk (optional, for thinning eggs)
  • 4 cups plain cornflakes (lightly crushed)
  • 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for extra flavor)

For Baking

  • as needed olive oil spray or olive oil (for greasing the baking sheet)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a baking sheet with olive oil.
  • Slice chicken into strips, pat dry, and season with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic, and onion powders.
  • Set up three shallow dishes: beaten eggs (with water/milk if desired), crushed cornflakes mixed with Parmesan cheese, and flour.
  • Dip each chicken strip in flour, then egg, then coat thoroughly with cornflakes. Place on prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes, flip, then bake another 8-12 minutes until golden and cooked through. Rest briefly before serving.

Notes

For extra crispiness, place a wire rack on the baking sheet.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: baked, Chicken, crisp