Planet Hollywood Captain Crunch Chicken
Bring a touch of nostalgic fun to your table with Planet Hollywood Captain Crunch Chicken—a playful twist on classic fried chicken that’s a hit with kids and adults alike! This irresistibly crispy recipe features chicken tenders coated in a unique breading made from Captain Crunch cereal and Cornflakes, delivering the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and crunchy in every bite. Seasoned with garlic, black pepper, and a pinch of salt, these golden-fried tenders are prepared in just under 40 minutes, making them an ideal appetizer or main course for casual gatherings. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauces—like honey mustard or ranch—for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s deliciously unexpected. Explore this Planet Hollywood-inspired recipe and bring a little movie-star flair to your next meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Captain Crunch cereal
- 1 cup Cornflakes cereal
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 Eggs
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 1 pound Chicken tenders
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 3 cups Oil (for frying)
Instructions
Place the Captain Crunch cereal and Cornflakes cereal into a food processor or blender and pulse until you achieve a coarse crumb texture. Transfer the cereal mixture to a shallow dish.
In another shallow dish, place the all-purpose flour.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk until well combined.
Season the chicken tenders with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.
Dredge each chicken tender in the flour, shaking off excess, then dip it into the egg mixture, allowing any extra liquid to drip off. Finally, coat it in the cereal mixture, pressing gently to adhere the crumbs.
Place the coated chicken tenders on a plate or tray and repeat the process with the remaining pieces.
Heat the oil in a deep skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). If you don’t have a thermometer, test the oil by dropping in a small piece of coated cereal; if it sizzles and bubbles, it’s ready.
Carefully fry the chicken tenders in batches for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent uneven cooking.
Once cooked, remove the chicken tenders from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve the Captain Crunch Chicken hot with your favorite dipping sauces, such as honey mustard, barbecue sauce, or ranch dressing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2149 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 196.3 g | 252% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.0 g | 150% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 145 mg | 48% | |
| Sodium | 1339 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.7 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.2 g | ||
| Protein | 28.6 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 436 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
