Air Fried Cornflake Chicken
1:2522 Jun 2026Watch on Instagram
Learn how to make a healthier, air-fried alternative to classic fried chicken with Chef Annil's Air Fried Cornflake Chicken. Featuring a crunchy cornflake coating, this recipe delivers maximum crunch with minimal calories. Chef Annil also shares a pro tip for brining chicken breast to keep it juicy, and suggests using zero-calorie butter spray for a golden, crispy finish. Ideal for meal prepping, this simple recipe rivals your favorite fast-food chains while staying light and nutritious.
Air Fried Cornflake Chicken
Ingredients
Method
- Crush the cornflakes in a tray, keeping the flakes relatively large for maximum crunch.
- Optional: Brine chicken breast in 1 liter of water, 25g of salt, and 25g of sugar for at least five hours to ensure juiciness.
- Coat each piece of marinated chicken thoroughly in the crushed cornflakes.
- Place the coated chicken into the air fryer basket.
- Lightly spray the chicken with PAM butter spray.
- Air fry at 190 degrees Celsius for approximately 20 minutes.