Oven Fried Cornflake Chicken

Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, Oven Fried Cornflake Chicken is the perfect guilt-free comfort food that delivers all the crunch without the deep-frying. This baked chicken recipe features a perfectly seasoned crust made with crushed cornflakes, paprika, garlic powder, and a touch of thyme, locking in juicy flavor with every bite. Thanks to a dash of melted butter and a hot oven, you’ll achieve irresistibly crispy results that rival traditional fried chicken. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, this dish cooks to perfection in under 40 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or casual family dinners. Serve this satisfying meal alongside your favorite sides like mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or roasted veggies for a crowd-pleasing feast. Whether you choose drumsticks or thighs, skin-on or skinless, this recipe will be your new go-to for crispy oven-baked chicken perfection!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 pieces chicken drumsticks or thighs (skin-on or skinless)
• 3 cups cornflakes
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 3 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
• 0 non-stick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil and lightly grease it with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 2

Place the cornflakes in a large zip-top bag and crush them into fine crumbs using a rolling pin or your hands. Pour the crushed cornflakes into a shallow dish.

Step 3

In another shallow dish, mix the all-purpose flour with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

In a third shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk until fully combined.

Step 5

Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels to help the coating stick better.

Step 6

Dredge each chicken piece in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring it is fully coated. Shake off any excess flour.

Step 7

Dip the floured chicken piece into the egg mixture, making sure it is evenly coated.

Step 8

Finally, roll the chicken in the crushed cornflakes, pressing gently to ensure the coating sticks well.

Step 9

Arrange the coated chicken pieces on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a bit of space between each piece.

Step 10

Drizzle melted butter over the coated chicken pieces to enhance crispiness.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the chicken is golden brown, crispy, and cooked through. To check doneness, insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken; it should read 165°F (74°C).

Step 12

Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1226.7 grams (1226.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2773

Total Fat 132.70g	170%
Saturated Fat 54.20g	271%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 1212mg	404%
Sodium 3890mg	169%
Total Carbohydrate 176.30g	64%
Dietary Fiber 8.00g	29%
Total Sugars 10.60g
Protein 213.30g	427%

Vitamin D 442IU	2208%
Calcium 259mg	20%
Iron 40mg	222%
Potassium 2571mg	55%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.4%

Protein: 31.0%

Carbs: 25.6%