Crunchy Garlic Chicken

Health score
18%
Crunchy Garlic Chicken
55 min.
6
246kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your dinner game with a dish that’s both delicious and easy to prepare? Introducing Crunchy Garlic Chicken, a mouthwatering recipe that combines the savory flavors of garlic and herbs with a delightful crunch that will leave your taste buds dancing. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this dish is not only satisfying but also a healthier option, clocking in at just 246 calories per serving.

Imagine tender, juicy chicken breasts coated in a crispy layer of crushed Whole Grain Total® cereal, infused with the aromatic essence of fresh chives and parsley. The golden-brown crust adds a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the succulent chicken inside. This recipe is a fantastic way to impress your family or guests without spending hours in the kitchen.

With a preparation time of just 55 minutes, you can whip up this delightful main course with minimal effort. The combination of butter, milk, and spices creates a flavorful marinade that seeps into the chicken, ensuring every bite is packed with taste. Whether you serve it alongside a fresh salad or your favorite roasted vegetables, Crunchy Garlic Chicken is sure to become a staple in your meal rotation. Get ready to savor the crunch and enjoy a wholesome, hearty meal that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter melted
  • tablespoons milk 
  • tablespoon chives fresh chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • cup corn flakes/bran flakes whole crushed grain total®
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika 
  • 1.8 lb chicken breast boneless skinless

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 425°F. Spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray. In shallow dish, mix 2 tablespoons of the butter, the milk, chives, salt and garlic powder.
  2. In another shallow dish, mix crushed cereal, parsley and paprika. Dip chicken into milk mixture, then coat lightly and evenly with cereal mixture.
  3. Place in pan.
  4. Drizzle with remaining 2 tablespoons butter.
  5. Bake uncovered 20 to 25 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (170°F).

Nutrition Facts

Calories246kcal
Protein47.88%
Fat42.09%
Carbs10.03%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.54
Glycemic Load
3.12
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
18.951739083166%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
4.31mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Myricetin
0.3mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:245.86kcal
12.29%
Fat:11.38g
17.51%
Saturated Fat:2.46g
15.36%
Carbohydrates:6.11g
2.04%
Net Carbohydrates:4.73g
1.72%
Sugar:1.53g
1.7%
Cholesterol:85.27mg
28.42%
Sodium:475.75mg
20.68%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:29.14g
58.27%
Vitamin B3:14.97mg
74.84%
Selenium:46.01µg
65.73%
Vitamin B6:1.12mg
55.92%
Vitamin K:34.37µg
32.74%
Phosphorus:317.99mg
31.8%
Vitamin B5:1.99mg
19.85%
Vitamin A:825.12IU
16.5%
Potassium:555.89mg
15.88%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.17%
Iron:2.54mg
14.11%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.43%
Folate:53.62µg
13.4%
Magnesium:52.25mg
13.06%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.92%
Vitamin B12:0.63µg
10.57%
Zinc:1.16mg
7.74%
Vitamin C:4.56mg
5.53%
Fiber:1.38g
5.52%
Vitamin E:0.66mg
4.43%
Copper:0.08mg
3.78%
Vitamin D:0.41µg
2.72%
Calcium:22.45mg
2.25%