Super crispy from the outside and juicy from the inside. These Baked Cornflake Chicken Nuggets are incredibly quick and easy to make, and my kids go crazy for them!
Cornflake Chicken Nuggets
Since my kids LOVE McDonald's chicken nuggets so much, I decided to make a healthier version. My crispy baked cornflake chicken nuggets are incredibly crispy, easy to make baked and not fried!
I sometimes make them ahead of time and freeze them for a quick and easy weekday dinner. Or you can put them in your kids' lunch boxes.
The first time I made these chicken nuggets, my young daughter told me, “Mom, these nuggets are better than what you buy from McDonalds.” I was SUPER happy about that!
I usually serve them with ketchup or mayo for snack or with garlic parmesan baked potatoes for lunch.
Ingredients
Chicken: I used chicken breasts cut into small pieces. Try to cut them into the same-size pieces so they cook equally. I also tested this ripe with chicken thighs, and it was not as good; I actually prefer the texture of the chicken breast.
Breading: I used cornflake crumbs, cornmeal, and breadcrumbs.
Tip: I crunch the cornflakes in the food processor. However, you put them in a ziplock bag and smash them with a rolling pin. For a crunchy texture, don't finely crush the cornflakes.
Seasonings: Salt, pepper, sweet paprika, and garlic powder. I sometimes use smoked Paprika.
Note: If you like them spicy, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Other ingredients: Eggs and milk.
How To Make Baked Cornflake Chicken Nuggets?
Preparations: Preheat the oven to 190c / 360f. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare the chicken: Pat your chicken dry with a kitchen towel and cut them into bite-size pieces.
Tip: The secret for crispy chicken nuggets is to Pat the chicken dry with a paper towel before dipping them in the egg.
Breading: On a plate, mix cornflake crumbs, cornmeal, bread crumbs, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and ground black pepper. In a small bowl, mix the beaten eggs and milk. Pour the egg mixture over the chicken breast pieces, mix well, then dip each piece into the crumbs mixture.
Tip: Make sure to coat the chicken pieces well with the crumbs mixture.
Baking: Arrange the nuggets onto the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until they’re golden brown.
Recipe FAQs
Yes, you can. I usually make a big patch of these chicken nuggets; I bread them and put in an airtight container then freeze for baking later.
Yes, I sometimes bake them and keep them in the fridge for 3-4 days, reheat in the oven for 10-15 minutes, or you can microwave them for 1-2 minutes.
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- Oven-baked bbq chicken
- Creamy mushroom chicken
- Sticky chinese chicken drumsticks
- Sweet and sour chicken
- Chicken poppers with creamy sauce
- Chicken and potato casserole
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Recipe Card
Baked Cornflake Chicken Nuggets
Ingredients
- 600 g chicken breasts , cut into small pieces
- 2 cups cornflake crumbs
- 3 tablespoon cornmeal
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon sweet paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 eggs
- 2 tablespoon milk
Instructions
- First: Preheat the oven to 190C / 360F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper then set aside.
- On a plate, mix cornmeal, cornflake crumbs, bread crumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, ground black pepper, and salt.
- In a small bowl, mix the eggs and milk then pour the mixture over the chicken breast pieces, mix well.
- After that, dip each piece into the crumbs mixture.
- Put the nuggets onto the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until they’re golden brown.
Notes
- The secret for crispy chicken nuggets is to Pat the chicken dry with a paper towel before dipping them in the egg.
- Don't finely crush the cornflakes.
Farah says
Can I cook these nuggets in the air fryer?
Radwa says
Yes, you can.
Elena says
My kids love them.
Beth says
Nice recipe! So easy and delicious. Also, it is so crispy.
Angelina says
Can I replace chicken with lamb cutlets?
Radwa says
I didn't try this recipe with a lamb; however, if you make it, let us know how it turned out.
Olivia says
I love it; cornflakes make it so crunchy. Thanks!
Vanessa says
Thanks for sharing! Do they reheat well?
Radwa says
Yes, they reheat so well in the oven or microwave.
Suzanne says
This looks so good! Homemade always tastes better! Can you freeze a batch?
Radwa says
Yes, you can freeze a batch or two for baking later.