Description
Crispy Popcorn Chicken is a mouthwatering comfort food that transforms ordinary moments into delicious celebrations. With a perfectly crunchy coating and juicy chicken inside, this dish is a must-try for snack lovers and party hosts alike. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, Crispy Popcorn Chicken will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen. Serve it up with your choice of dipping sauces, and watch it disappear at gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika (smoked or sweet)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko mixed with garlic powder and paprika.
- Dredge each chicken piece in flour, dip in eggs, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a skillet to about 350°F.
- Fry chicken pieces in batches for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 pieces (150g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in buttermilk before breading. - Customize the coating by adding spices like cayenne or Italian herbs for different flavor profiles.