Baked Flaked Chicken

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless chicken pieces
• 3 cups cornflakes cereal
• ⅓ cup whole wheat flour
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 large eggs
• ¼ cup nonfat milk
• Non-stick cooking spray

Materials

• 3 medium bowls
• Baking sheet
• Cutting board
• Fork
• Measuring cups
• Measuring spoons
• Sharp knife

Special Materials

• Food thermometer

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Remove skin, if any, from chicken pieces. If working with large chicken breasts, cut in half lengthwise for faster cooking time. Trim any excess fat.
3. In a medium bowl, crush cornflakes.
4. In a second medium bowl, mix flour, salt, and black pepper.
5. In a third medium bowl, add eggs and milk. Beat with a fork.
6. Dip each chicken piece into flour, then egg mixture, then cornflakes. Each piece should be fully coated with flakes.
7. Coat baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray. Place chicken pieces on sheet, evenly spaced. Spray pieces lightly with cooking spray.
8. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.