Crispy Chicken Legs in Corn Flakes

4 servings

55 minutes

Crispy chicken legs in cornflakes are a dish inspired by Chinese cuisine that harmoniously combines textures and aromas. It features tender chicken meat coated in a crispy golden crust of cornflakes seasoned with paprika and spices. The secret to its rich flavor lies in the simplicity of preparation: a soft milk dip and aromatic breading create the perfect balance of juiciness and crunch. This recipe is great for both everyday dinners and festive tables. It pairs wonderfully with fresh vegetables or spicy sauces, adding variety to the flavor profile. Thanks to baking, the chicken legs remain juicy while the texture stays light and crispy, making each serving truly appetizing.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 809.2
• Proteins: 57.7g
• Fats: 33.7g
• Carbohydrates: 73.9g

Ingredients

• Wheat flour: 3 tbsp
• Cornflakes: 3 glass
• Paprika: 1 tsp
• Ground dried onion: 0.5 tsp
• Ground sage: 0.3 tsp
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Milk: 0.5 glass
• Chicken legs: 1.2 kg

Cooking steps

1. Preheat the oven to 190 degrees.

2. Put the flakes in a plastic bag and crush them with your hand or a rolling pin. Add flour, paprika, dried onion, sage, and a little salt and pepper to the bag. Mix well.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 3 tablespoons
   • Cornflakes: 3 glasss
   • Paprika: 1 teaspoon
   • Ground dried onion: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Ground sage: 0.3 teaspoon
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

3. Dip each chicken leg in milk and then place it in a bag. Mix to coat the chicken well with the breading and lay it on a clean baking sheet. Repeat the same with all the legs.

   Required ingredients:

   • Milk: 0.5 glass
   • Chicken legs: 1.2 kg

4. Bake in the oven for about 50 minutes until done.