Crispy Corn Flake Chicken Balls (McDonald's Challenge)
Crispy Corn Flake Chicken Balls (McDonald's Challenge) is a easy American recipe that serves 4. 250 calories per serving.
Prep: 15 min | Cook: 10 min | Total: 35 min
Cost: $6.97 total, $1.74 per serving
Ingredients
- 500 g Chicken Breast (cut into bite‑size cubes)
- 1 tsp Salt
- ½ tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
- ½ cup All-Purpose Flour
- ¼ cup Potato Starch
- ¼ tsp Turmeric Powder
- 1 large Egg (beaten)
- 2 Tbsp Milk
- 1 cup Corn Flakes (crushed into coarse crumbs)
- 2 cups Cooking Oil (neutral oil such as canola or vegetable, for deep frying)
Instructions
Cut and Season Chicken
Trim any excess fat, then cut the chicken breast into bite‑size cubes. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper and toss to coat evenly.
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Prepare Dry Coating
In a mixing bowl combine the all‑purpose flour, potato starch, and turmeric powder. Whisk to distribute evenly.
Time: PT3M
Make Egg‑Milk Wash
In a small bowl beat the egg with the milk until smooth.
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Crush Corn Flakes
Place corn flakes in a shallow plate and crush them with your hands or a rolling pin until they form coarse crumbs.
Time: PT2M
Coat the Chicken
Working one piece at a time, dredge the chicken in the flour‑starch mix, dip into the egg‑milk wash, then roll in the crushed corn flakes. Place coated pieces on a clean plate.
Time: PT5M
Heat Oil
Add cooking oil to the frying pan to a depth of about 1‑2 inches. Heat over medium‑high until the oil reaches 350°F (175°C).
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Temperature: 350°F
Fry the Chicken Balls
Carefully lower a few coated chicken pieces into the hot oil. Fry for 3‑4 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and cooked through.
Time: PT5M
Temperature: 350°F
Drain and Serve
Remove the fried chicken balls with tongs and place on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Time: PT2M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 250
- Protein
- 15 g
- Carbohydrates
- 15 g
- Fat
- 12 g
- Fiber
- 1 g
Dietary info: Contains gluten, Contains dairy (milk), Not vegan
Allergens: Egg, Wheat (flour), Corn
Last updated: April 17, 2026








