Best 6 Crispy Baked Cereal Chicken Recipes

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Calling all chicken and cereal lovers! Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our crispy baked cereal chicken. This unique and delectable dish combines the nostalgic flavors of your favorite breakfast cereal with the savory goodness of chicken, resulting in a delightful symphony of textures and flavors.

Our recipe collection features a diverse range of cereal-inspired chicken creations, each offering a unique twist on this innovative dish. From the classic Corn Flake Chicken to the indulgent Frosted Flake Chicken, and the tangy Fruity Pebble Chicken, there's a cereal chicken recipe for every palate.

These crispy baked cereal chicken recipes are not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare. With just a few simple steps, you can create a mouthwatering meal that's perfect for busy weeknights, fun family dinners, or even as a crowd-pleasing appetizer.

So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's dive into the world of crispy baked cereal chicken. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary experience that's both nostalgic and innovative.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

EASY CRISPY BAKED CHICKEN



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This is an easy way to have the fried chicken texture, but baked.

Provided by Gail

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups crushed saltine crackers
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
½ cup margarine, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease a baking dish.
  • Mix cracker crumbs, seasoned salt, and garlic powder in a shallow bowl. Dip chicken breasts into melted margarine and press into cracker mixture until coated. Arrange chicken in prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven until chicken breasts are no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 45 to 60 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (75 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365.2 calories, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 67.1 mg, Fat 20.4 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 26.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 636.8 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

CRISPY BAKED CEREAL CHICKEN



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This is a great recipe for those that like the crispiness of fried chicken, but don't want all of the greasiness!

Provided by AggieAnna

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted     Oven Fried

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups crispy rice cereal squares (such as Rice Chex®)
1 ½ teaspoons garlic salt
1 ½ teaspoons seasoned salt
1 egg
1 ½ cups milk
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C); grease a 9x12 inch baking dish.
  • Place the cereal in a large plastic zipper bag and crush the cereal into crumbs. Add the garlic salt and seasoned salt; shake the mixture together in the bag to combine. Pour the cereal crumb mixture out into a shallow bowl.
  • In another shallow bowl, beat the egg with the milk. Dip each chicken breast half into the milk mixture, then into the crumb mixture, coating the chicken well with crumbs. Place the coated chicken breasts into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the cereal coating is golden brown, the chicken is no longer pink in the center, and the juices run clear, about 40 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.7 calories, Carbohydrate 5.8 g, Cholesterol 118.4 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 28.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 1143.6 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

CRISPY RICE CEREAL-COATED FRIED CHICKEN



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Rice cereal is not just for breakfast. It also happens to be a great coating for fried chicken. (Just make sure you don't buy the frosted rice cereal.)

Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Vegetable or peanut oil, for frying
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon Miss Brown's House Seasoning, recipe follows
1/2 cup whole milk
3 large eggs
4 cups crispy rice cereal, coarsely crushed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 chicken drumsticks (about 2 1/2 pounds)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Pour the oil halfway up the sides of a very large cast-iron skillet. Heat the oil to 350 degrees F.
  • Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Line a second rimmed baking sheet with a cooling rack. While the oil heats, combine the flour and House Seasoning in a shallow dish. Whisk together the milk and eggs in a separate shallow dish. Place the crushed cereal in a third shallow dish. Season the cereal with salt and pepper.
  • Sprinkle the drumsticks with salt and pepper. Dip the chicken in the seasoned flour and coat completely. Dip in the egg mixture, then dredge in the rice cereal, pressing to coat evenly. Place on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Fry the chicken, in batches, in the hot oil until golden brown and an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest portion (avoiding bone) registers 165 degrees F, 18 to 20 minutes. Remove to the wire rack to drain.
  • Stir together the garlic and onion powders, paprika, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Store in an airtight container.

CRISPY BAKED CHICKEN BREASTS



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This is the only recipe I use to cook chicken breasts. My husband always complained about chicken breasts being too dry, but he likes this recipe because the meat stays juicy and the seasonings give the chicken good flavor.

Provided by Jennifer

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups crisp rice cereal, coarsely crushed
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, melted
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 1 pound)

Steps:

  • In a medium size bowl, combine cereal, flour, salt, dried thyme and poultry seasoning.
  • Place melted butter in another bowl.
  • Dip chicken in butter, then into cereal mixture.
  • Place breaded chicken into a greased baking pan.
  • Drizzle chicken with remaining butter.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 400 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until chicken juices run clear.

CRISPY CHICKEN



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For this recipe, I use boneless chicken breasts-one of my favorite quick-cooking cuts of meat. David helps me crumble cereal for the coating. Some of our best quality time is spent in the kitchen.-Coleen Martin, Brookfield, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-1/2 cups crisp rice cereal, coarsely crushed
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/4 cup butter, melted
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, combine cereal, flour and seasonings. Place butter in another shallow bowl. Dip chicken in butter, then roll in cereal mixture. , Place in a greased 11x7-in. baking pan. Drizzle with remaining butter. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 520mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.

CHICKEN CRISPY BAKE



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Can be eating this in 30 minutes. Perfect served with peas and corn or a salad. You could even add the peas and corn to the dish. We used a store brought allready rotisserie chicken

Provided by Perfect Pixie

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 30m

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 1/2 cups cooked chicken, chopped
3 sticks celery, sliced
3/4 cup slivered almonds
1 1/2 cups mayonnaise (light works here to)
1/2 cup cream (just realised that I forgot this and it was still fantastic)
1 small onion, chopped finely
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
50 g potato chips, crushed

Steps:

  • Combine chicken, celery, almonds, mayonnaise, cream, onion and juice in a large bowl; spoon into shallow heatproof dish.
  • Sprinkle with combined cheese and chips.
  • Bake in moderate oven about 20 minutes or until browned and crisp (watch carefully as mine only took 15).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 887.8, Fat 68.5, SaturatedFat 18.9, Cholesterol 151.4, Sodium 968.5, Carbohydrate 35.9, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 8, Protein 35.9

Tips:

1. Choosing the Right Cereal:

  • Use a cereal that is not too sweet, such as corn flakes, Rice Krispies, or shredded wheat.
  • Avoid cereals with added sugar or dried fruit, as these will burn easily.
  • 2. Preparing the Chicken:

  • Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs for best results.
  • Cut the chicken into evenly sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
  • Pat the chicken dry with paper towels before coating it in the cereal mixture.
  • 3. Creating the Cereal Coating:

  • Use a food processor to finely crush the cereal into a breadcrumb-like consistency.
  • Add seasonings and spices to taste, such as salt, pepper, garlic powder, or paprika.
  • Mix the crushed cereal with melted butter to create a cohesive coating.
  • 4. Baking the Chicken:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) before baking the chicken.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy cleanup.
  • Bake the chicken for 20-25 minutes, or until it is golden brown and cooked through.
  • Conclusion:

    With its crispy cereal coating, tender chicken, and simple ingredients, this baked cereal chicken is a delightful and easy-to-make dish. Its versatility allows for customization with different cereal choices and seasonings, making it a popular recipe that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether served as a main course with sides or as a fun snack, this crispy baked cereal chicken will surely be a hit at your next gathering or family meal.

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