Chicken bites coated in crushed cornflakes and air-fried until deeply golden and crisp — crunchier than regular breadcrumbs.
Crispy Cornflake Chicken
Chicken bites coated in crushed cornflakes and air-fried until deeply golden and crisp — crunchier than regular breadcrumbs.
Serves 4 · 20 min · 260 kcal
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⚠️ Allergens: Contains dairy, egg, gluten.
restaurant_menuInstructions
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Lightly crush the cornflakes by hand. Keep them crunchy, not powdery.
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Mix flour with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
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In another bowl, whisk 1 egg with milk.
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Coat the chicken pieces in the seasoned flour.
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Dip into the egg mixture.
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Coat with the crushed cornflakes.
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Place the chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
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Brush or spray lightly with oil.
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Air fry at 190°C / 375°F for 10–12 minutes, turning halfway, until golden, crispy, and fully cooked inside.
Chef's Tip
Oven option: Bake at 200°C / 400°F for 18–22 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and fully cooked. Important: Chicken should be fully cooked and no longer pink inside.
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