This mock chicken legs recipe is a true throwback. It's simple, super flavorful and quick to make. Like all food on a stick, it's sure to be a huge hit with the whole family.
Instructions
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Make the meat mixture
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In a large bowl, combine the egg, cornflake crumbs, milk, green pepper and salt. Crumble the ground meats over the mixture. Use your hands or a wooden spoon to mix well.
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Shape into drumsticks
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Shape a 1/4 cupful of meat mixture around a Popsicle stick to resemble a 3-inch log. Repeat until you've used up all the meat mixture.
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Cover in breading
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In a shallow bowl, whisk the egg and milk together. Place the cornflake crumbs in another shallow bowl. Holding each leg by the stick, coat both sides of the meat log with crumbs, then dip into the egg mixture. Finish with a second coating of crumbs. Place on a plate and let stand for five minutes. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350°F. Editor's Tip: This technique is called "double breading." It creates a thicker layer of crumbs on the exterior of the meat.
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Fry the drumsticks
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In an electric skillet, heat 1/4 inch of oil to 375°. Fry the legs, a few at a time, for one minute on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Editor's Tip: One pro tip for deep-frying at home is to avoid overcrowding the oil. Putting too much food in at once will cause the oil temperature to drop, resulting in sad, soggy breading.
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Arrange the legs on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°, 15 to 20 minutes. Editor's Tip: It's easier to thoroughly cook the meat in the oven. By the time the center cooks in the deep fryer, the crumb coating is burnt.
