Dairy-Free Crunchy Chicken

Discover the ultimate recipe for Dairy-Free Crunchy Chicken—a delightfully crispy and flavorful dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions! This gluten-free recipe combines tender, juicy chicken breasts with a golden crust made from a blend of crushed cornflakes and seasoned breadcrumbs, all without a hint of dairy. The bold seasoning mix of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and mustard takes the flavor to the next level, while a drizzle of olive oil ensures a perfectly crispy texture straight from the oven. Ready in just 40 minutes, this family-friendly meal pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, a fresh salad, or your favorite dipping sauce for a satisfying, healthy option everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
• 1 cup cornflakes
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon mustard

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Place the cornflakes into a resealable plastic bag and crush them into small pieces using a rolling pin.

Step 3

In a shallow dish, combine the crushed cornflakes and gluten-free breadcrumbs.

Step 4

Add the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the breadcrumb mixture and mix well.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs lightly and add the mustard, beating until well combined.

Step 6

Dip each chicken breast first into the egg mixture, ensuring it is completely coated.

Step 7

Then, dredge the chicken in the breadcrumb and cornflake mixture, pressing gently to ensure a good coating.

Step 8

Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9

Drizzle olive oil evenly over the tops of the chicken breasts.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden and crispy.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 12

Serve the Dairy-Free Crunchy Chicken with your favorite sides and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1127.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2694.4

Total Fat 89.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 963.6mg	0%
Sodium 5104.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 208.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.8g	0%
Total Sugars 11.2g
Protein 248.2g	0%

Vitamin D 189.0IU	0%
Calcium 320.5mg	0%
Iron 21.3mg	0%
Potassium 2308.1mg	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: 30.6%

Protein: 37.8%

Carbs: 31.7%