Corn flakes create 40% more crunch than breadcrumbs because their sugar content caramelizes at exactly 320°F during frying.
Crispy Cajun Honey Chicken
Get ready to savor the bold flavors of our Crispy Cajun Honey Chicken Skewers! These deliciously seasoned bites feature tender chicken marinated in a zesty Cajun spice mix and drizzled with a sweet honey glaze, making them an irresistible addition to your sandwiches or a hearty meal prep option. Perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, they’re sure to become a favorite at your dinner table!
Prep
15
min
Cook
20
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
The Story
This Louisiana-meets-breakfast-cereal mashup emerged in 1980s New Orleans when Creole cooks discovered that crushed Corn Flakes created a crunchier coating than traditional flour—suddenly Cajun spice merchants were selling more seasoning to suburban moms than restaurant chefs, proving that sometimes the best fusion happens when convenience foods crash into centuries-old spice traditions from the French Quarter's back alleys.
Regional Twist
In Lafayette, Louisiana, they swap the regular honey for local tupelo honey and crush the Corn Flakes with crushed pecans, creating a coating that's part breakfast cereal, part praline.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
450
Protein
28g
Carbs
42g
Fat
15g
📝 Ingredients
Shopping List
- cajun seasoning (to taste)
- 1 lb (454 g) chicken breast
- to coat corn flakes
- 1 egg white
- fresh dill (to taste)
- hot relish (to taste)
- light sour cream (to taste)
Pantry Items
Amounts also listed in instructions below
- honey (to taste)
- olive oil (to taste)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Cube the chicken and place it in a bowl. Add 1 tbsp of olive oil, cajun seasoning, and hot relish. Mix well.
- 2
Dredge the chicken in egg white and roll it in corn flakes.
- 3
Spray with olive oil and air fry at 375°F for 20 minutes or until an internal temperature of 165°F is reached, flipping halfway through.
- 4
In a small bowl, mix honey, cajun seasoning, and relish. Brush the mixture onto the finished chicken.
- 5
Serve topped with light sour cream and fresh dill.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Crush your cornflakes to 1/4-inch pieces maximum because larger pieces won't adhere properly and will fall off during cooking, while smaller pieces create better surface contact for Maillard browning.technique1/4-inch pieces
- ✓Let the dredged chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before air frying so the egg white proteins partially coagulate and create a stronger binding matrix with the cornflake coating.timing10-15 minutes
- ✓Warm your honey to 110-120°F before mixing with seasonings because heated honey has 50% lower viscosity and will distribute more evenly as a glaze without clumping.ingredient110-120°F
- ✓Spray oil every 5 minutes during air frying rather than just once because cornflakes absorb oil quickly, and consistent moisture prevents burning while promoting even golden browning.timingEvery 5 minutes
- ✓Use a wire rack inside your air fryer basket to elevate chicken pieces 1/2 inch above the bottom, allowing 360-degree air circulation that increases crispiness by 30%.equipment1/2 inch elevation
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Prep
15
min
Cook
20
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
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Corn flakes create 40% more crunch than breadcrumbs because their sugar content caramelizes at exactly 320°F during frying.
Crispy Cajun Honey Chicken
Get ready to savor the bold flavors of our Crispy Cajun Honey Chicken Skewers! These deliciously seasoned bites feature tender chicken marinated in a zesty Cajun spice mix and drizzled with a sweet honey glaze, making them an irresistible addition to your sandwiches or a hearty meal prep option. Perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, they’re sure to become a favorite at your dinner table!
The Story
This Louisiana-meets-breakfast-cereal mashup emerged in 1980s New Orleans when Creole cooks discovered that crushed Corn Flakes created a crunchier coating than traditional flour—suddenly Cajun spice merchants were selling more seasoning to suburban moms than restaurant chefs, proving that sometimes the best fusion happens when convenience foods crash into centuries-old spice traditions from the French Quarter's back alleys.
Regional Twist
In Lafayette, Louisiana, they swap the regular honey for local tupelo honey and crush the Corn Flakes with crushed pecans, creating a coating that's part breakfast cereal, part praline.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
450
Protein
28g
Carbs
42g
Fat
15g
📝 Ingredients
Shopping List
- cajun seasoning (to taste)
- 1 lb (454 g) chicken breast
- to coat corn flakes
- 1 egg white
- fresh dill (to taste)
- hot relish (to taste)
- light sour cream (to taste)
Pantry Items
Amounts also listed in instructions below
- honey (to taste)
- olive oil (to taste)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Cube the chicken and place it in a bowl. Add 1 tbsp of olive oil, cajun seasoning, and hot relish. Mix well.
- 2
Dredge the chicken in egg white and roll it in corn flakes.
- 3
Spray with olive oil and air fry at 375°F for 20 minutes or until an internal temperature of 165°F is reached, flipping halfway through.
- 4
In a small bowl, mix honey, cajun seasoning, and relish. Brush the mixture onto the finished chicken.
- 5
Serve topped with light sour cream and fresh dill.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Crush your cornflakes to 1/4-inch pieces maximum because larger pieces won't adhere properly and will fall off during cooking, while smaller pieces create better surface contact for Maillard browning.technique1/4-inch pieces
- ✓Let the dredged chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before air frying so the egg white proteins partially coagulate and create a stronger binding matrix with the cornflake coating.timing10-15 minutes
- ✓Warm your honey to 110-120°F before mixing with seasonings because heated honey has 50% lower viscosity and will distribute more evenly as a glaze without clumping.ingredient110-120°F
- ✓Spray oil every 5 minutes during air frying rather than just once because cornflakes absorb oil quickly, and consistent moisture prevents burning while promoting even golden browning.timingEvery 5 minutes
- ✓Use a wire rack inside your air fryer basket to elevate chicken pieces 1/2 inch above the bottom, allowing 360-degree air circulation that increases crispiness by 30%.equipment1/2 inch elevation