Baked Cornflake Chicken Nuggets
Crispy baked cornflake chicken nuggets recipe – high in protein, kid-friendly, oven or air fryer options, freezer-friendly, and perfect for healthy family dinners.
Servings 4
Calories 447kcal
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Ingredients
- 4 Chicken Breasts cut into bite size chunks
- 125 g Cornflakes crushed
- 25 g Parmesan grated
- ½ teaspoon Dried Thyme
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Pepper
- 2 Eggs beaten
- 3 tablespoon Plain Flour
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C / 400°F / Gas Mark 6, or preheat the air fryer to 200°C / 400°F.
- Pat the chicken pieces dry with kitchen paper to help the coating stick.4 Chicken Breasts
- In a shallow bowl, mix crushed cornflakes (or Rice Krispies), grated Parmesan, dried thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.125 g Cornflakes, 25 g Parmesan, ½ teaspoon Dried Thyme, 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika, ½ teaspoon Salt, ¼ teaspoon Pepper
- Lightly dredge each chicken piece in plain flour.3 tablespoon Plain Flour
- Dip the floured chicken into beaten eggs, ensuring it's fully coated.2 Eggs
- Press the chicken into the cornflake mixture so each piece is evenly coated.
- Oven - Arrange nuggets on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and cooked through. Air Fryer - Place nuggets in a single layer in the basket and cook for 15-17 minutes, shaking halfway through, until crispy and cooked through.
Notes
- Variations: I sometimes use different seasonings to flavour the cornflake crumb. My personal preference is a mixture of dried thyme, Parmesan and smoked paprika, but cayenne pepper and chilli flakes would be good if you like things spicy.
- Air Frying: The cornflake chicken nuggets can also be cooked in an air fryer for 15-17 minutes.
- Make-Ahead & Freezing: Crumb the chicken ahead or freeze uncooked for up to 3 months; bake straight from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.
- Cooking Tips: Pat chicken dry, press the crumb on firmly, don’t overcrowd the baking tray or air fryer, and lightly spray with oil for extra crispiness if desired.
Nutritional Information (Approximate)
Calories: 447kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 56g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 231mg | Sodium: 622mg | Potassium: 930mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1040IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 98mg | Iron: 11mg
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