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.
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.
- Wheat flour: 3 tablespoons
- Cornflakes: 3 glasss
- Paprika: 1 teaspoon
- Onion powder: 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.
- Milk: 0.5 glass
- Chicken drumsticks: 1.2 kg
4
Bake in the oven for about 50 minutes until done.