Air Fryer Cornflake Chicken 🍽️ #shorts

cornflakes

🥗Healthier: panko breadcrumbs

💰Cheaper: generic cereal

Panko provides a similar crunch while being lower in sugar.

chicken pieces

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are often more affordable and remain juicy.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining moisture.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

Prepare 1 pound of boneless skinless chicken breast.

Add 1 egg to the chicken.

Pour in milk and a little bit of vinegar to help tenderize the chicken.

Add kosher salt to the chicken mixture.

While the chicken is resting, prepare the cornflake breading.

In a bowl, mix cornflakes with salt, garlic powder, black pepper, onion powder, chili powder, and smoked paprika.

Dip the chicken into the cornflake mixture, using one hand for wet and one hand for dry.

Place the coated chicken into the air fryer basket.

Cook the chicken in the air fryer at 400°F.

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