- 1(6- to 8-ounce) skinless boneless chicken breast
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 1/2 cups cornflakes
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- Pound chicken between 2 sheets of plastic wrap to an even 1/2-inch thickness.
- Whisk together egg and milk in a shallow bowl. Crush cornflakes into another shallow bowl and toss with 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a small nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot.
- Meanwhile, sprinkle chicken with 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper. Dredge in egg mixture, letting excess drip off, then in cornflakes, pressing to help adhere.
- Fry chicken, turning once, until golden and just cooked through, 5 to 6 minutes total. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve with: smashed potatoes and peas