Crispy Microwave Chicken

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You really can get crispy results without frying! Try this basic recipe and get crispy chicken right out of the microwave. Serve it with a small baked sweet potato and a large salad or cooked vegetables.

Ingredients

• 1 large chicken breast
• 1/4 cup low-fat milk
• 3 T cornflake crumbs
• 1 T wheat germ
• 1/8 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp rosemary or coriander
• Dash ground black pepper

Directions

Rinse and dry chicken thoroughly. Dip in milk. Mix cornflake crumbs with rosemary or coriander and pepper. Roll chicken in the seasoned crumbs. Place on microwave-safe roasting rack. Cover with paper towel. Microwave 4 to 6 minutes on High or until done.

Yield

Yield: 2 servings

Nutritional Information

Amount per serving:
Calories: 136
Total Fat: 2g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 60mg
Sodium: 269mg
Total Carbohydrates: 4g
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Protein: 25g