Want chicken with a crunchy coating without the mess of a deep fryer? This Crunchy No-Fry Chicken gets its crisp, flavorful exterior from finely crushed cornflakes and a quick trip to the oven. There’s no need for a bowl of beaten eggs or a pot of hot oil—just a simple coating, a baking sheet, and about 30 minutes to get dinner on the table.
This easy oven-baked chicken recipe uses boneless, skinless chicken breast halves coated in seasoned cornflakes. Chicken broth helps the crunchy crumbs adhere, while garlic powder, black pepper, and a touch of ground red pepper add savory flavor and a little warmth. The ingredient list is short, making this a practical choice for busy weeknights when you want a homemade meal without a complicated preparation process.
The technique is straightforward. Dip each chicken breast in chicken broth, then coat it with the crushed cornflake mixture. Arrange the pieces on a baking sheet and bake at 400°F for about 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. The cornflakes provide the signature crunch, while baking keeps the preparation simple and avoids the need for deep-frying.
For the best coating, crush the cornflakes into fine, fairly even crumbs rather than leaving large flakes mixed with powder. A zip-top bag and rolling pin make this easy: seal the flakes inside the bag and gently crush them until you have a consistent texture. A rimmed baking sheet also helps keep the chicken securely in place as you transfer it to the oven.
Ready in approximately 30 minutes, this crunchy no-fry chicken makes a versatile main dish for family dinners. Pair it with Garlic Goat Cheese Mashed Potatoes, Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes or Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes. This recipe also goes very well with Parmesan Asparagus or Garlicky Roasted Broccoli.
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Crunchy No-Fry Chicken
- Total Time: :30
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Chicken Broth or Chicken Stock
- 3/4 cup finely crushed corn flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
- 1 1/4 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 400°F.
- Pour the broth into a shallow bowl. Stir the corn flakes, garlic powder, black pepper and red pepper on a plate.
- Dip the chicken into the broth. Coat with the corn flake mixture. Place the chicken onto a baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Prep Time: :10
- Cook Time: :20
- Category: Entree
- Method: Oven