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Easy Cornmeal Coated Chicken Recipe

June 15, 2018 by DinnerPlanner

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Awesome Gluten-Free Cornmeal Chicken for something different at your dinner table. Cornmeal makes a crunchy crust for the thin and juicy pieces of chicken.

Cornmeal coated chicken on a serving dish

Easy Cornmeal Coated Chicken that is Gluten-Free Healthy Chicken Option for Dinner

If you’re looking for a crunchy and delicious gluten-free baked chicken option for dinner, try this easy cornmeal coated chicken recipe for a nice change of pace.

We’ve added a little honey & mustard to the Greek yogurt to give this recipe a delicious flavor.

Make sure if you are using whole chicken breasts you slice them in half lengthwise. The thinner each piece of chicken is, the shorter cooking time and a juicer piece of chicken.

What Ingredients are Needed to Make Cornmeal Chicken Breasts?

  • Boneless Chicken Breasts
  • Plain Greek Yogurt
  • Cornmeal
  • Honey
  • Dijon Mustard
  • Garlic Power
  • Salt
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Easy Cornmeal Coated Chicken
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Easy Cornmeal Coated Chicken
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
 

Try this Easy Cornmeal Coated Chicken for a healthy chicken change of pace!

Course: Easy Dinner
Cuisine: American
About: cornmeal coated chicken
Servings: 4
Calories: 190 kcal
Author: DinnerPlanner
Ingredients
  • 1-1/4 lb. boneless chicken breast
  • 1 container Greek yogurt, plain
  • 3/4 cup cornmeal
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a baking sheet with nonstick spray.

  2. Lightly sprinkle both sides of chicken with salt & pepper.

  3. Mix together the Greek yogurt, honey, mustard and  garlic powder and salt. Coat both sides of chicken pieces with yogurt mixture.

  4. Sprinkle cornmeal on a plate and mix with a few sprinkles of salt.

  5. Lightly dust each side of the chicken with cornmeal and lay on the baking sheet.

  6. Bake for 15 - 20 minutes or until chicken temp. reaches 165 degrees F.

Nutrition Facts
Easy Cornmeal Coated Chicken
Amount Per Serving (4 g)
Calories 190 Calories from Fat 18
% Daily Value*
Fat 2g3%
Cholesterol 20mg7%
Sodium 164mg7%
Potassium 260mg7%
Carbohydrates 27g9%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 6g7%
Protein 13g26%
Vitamin C 0.3mg0%
Calcium 47mg5%
Iron 1.1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

pounding chicken thin

Using a meat mallet, pound the chicken thin before cooking.

chicken in yogurt dipped in cornmeal

Dip the chicken in yogurt and then lightly dust each side of the chicken breast with cornmeal.

 

breaded chicken with cornmeal

If possible, buy organic cornmeal. Organic cornmeal is reasonably priced and a delicious option for a tasty gluten free chicken coating.

Corn Meal vs. Flour Coating

Chicken breaded with cornmeal is something a little different but it’s very delicious. Corn meal contains no gluten so it’s safe to cook with for those with celiac disease or those that have a gluten intolerance.

 

cornmeal breaded chicken ready for the oven

Line your baking sheet with foil and lightly spray with a nonstick spray. Bake for about 15-20 minutes or until the chicken is baked through.

What is Corn Meal

Corn meal is ground dried corn. It is not the same as Polenta and not to be confused. Polenta is a popular breakfast similar to steel cut oats but made with a finer ground corn.

Can You Make Chicken Parmesan with Corn Meal Chicken

Yes, it would be delicious to serve this corn meal chicken recipe with your favorite red sauce and mozzarella cheese.

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