10/16/2007

MARTHA'S BACK! MARTHA STEWART'S CORNFLAKE BAKED CHICKEN

Ingredients

  1. 4 bone-in, skinless chicken drumsticks (LESS FAT IF YOU USE CHICKEN BREAST)
  2. 4 bone-in, skinless chicken thighs
  3. Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
  4. 1 large egg
  5. 2 cups crushed cornflakes
  6. 1 tablespoon olive oil
  7. 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Nutrition Info

Per Serving
  • Calories: 440 kcal (FEWER CALORIES IF USING CHICKEN BREAST)
  • Carbohydrates: 12 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0 g
  • Fat: 24 g   (LESS FAT IF YOU USE CHICKEN BREAST)
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Sugars: 1 g
Cooking Directions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Rinse chicken, and pat dry. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk egg with 1 tablespoon water. In a large bowl, mix cornflakes with oil, cayenne, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  3. Working with one piece at a time, dip chicken in egg mixture, then coat with seasoned cornflakes, pressing flakes to help them adhere. Transfer coated pieces to a rimmed baking sheet.
  4. Bake until golden brown and crisp, about 30-40 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper before serving.

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