Corn Flake Chicken Nuggets

Crispy, flavorful, and baked to golden perfection, these Corn Flake Chicken Nuggets are the ultimate comfort food twist on a classic favorite. Made with tender, bite-sized chicken breast pieces, these nuggets are coated in a perfectly seasoned blend of flour, garlic powder, paprika, and crushed corn flakes for a crunchy, gluten-free-inspired coating. Elevated with an oven-baking method, this recipe skips the deep fryer while still delivering irresistibly crisp results—thanks to a light spray of cooking oil. With just 20 minutes of prep and a kid-friendly flavor, these nuggets are a healthier, homemade alternative to fast food. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauces like honey mustard or ranch for a crowd-pleasing meal or snack that’s perfect for busy weeknights or party platters.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3 cups Corn flakes
• 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 as needed Cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.

Step 2

Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, about 1 to 1.5 inches in size.

Step 3

Place the corn flakes in a gallon-sized resealable plastic bag and crush them into fine crumbs using a rolling pin or your hands.

Step 4

In a shallow dish, mix the all-purpose flour with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

Step 5

In another shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined.

Step 6

Set up a dredging station with three steps: the seasoned flour, the egg mixture, and the crushed corn flakes.

Step 7

Dip each chicken piece first into the flour mixture, coating it evenly.

Step 8

Next, dip the floured chicken piece into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.

Step 9

Finally, press the chicken piece into the crushed corn flakes, ensuring it is fully coated with the crispy crumbs.

Step 10

Place the coated chicken pieces onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they do not touch.

Step 11

Lightly spray the chicken nuggets with cooking spray to help them crisp up during baking.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping the nuggets halfway through cooking, until they are golden brown and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 13

Remove the nuggets from the oven and let them rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.

Step 14

Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces, such as ketchup, ranch, or honey mustard.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(640.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1295.0

Total Fat 23.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 670.5mg	0%
Sodium 3290.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 129.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.3g	0%
Total Sugars 8.7g
Protein 135.0g	0%

Vitamin D 104.8IU	0%
Calcium 154.8mg	0%
Iron 37.5mg	0%
Potassium 1311.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 16.8%

Protein: 42.5%

Carbs: 40.7%