Popcorn Chicken Recipe

 

Popcorn chicken is a popular snack or appetizer made from small bite-sized pieces of chicken that have been battered and deep-fried until crispy. The chicken pieces are typically seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices to give them a flavorful and savory taste.

To make popcorn chicken, boneless and skinless chicken breasts or thighs are typically cut into small cubes or bite-sized pieces. 

Once cooked, the popcorn chicken is typically served hot and can be enjoyed on its own as a snack or paired with dipping sauces, such as ranch, honey mustard, or barbecue sauce.

Popcorn chicken is a popular fast food item and can  fast-food chains and restaurants, as well as in grocery stores and convenience stores as a pre-packaged snack.

Ingredients:

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into small pieces

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1 cup buttermilk

2 cups panko breadcrumbs

Oil for frying

Instructions:

In a shallow bowl, whisk together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.

Place the chicken pieces in a separate bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Stir to coat all of the chicken pieces.

One piece at a time, remove the chicken from the buttermilk and dredge it in the flour mixture. Make sure each piece is coated well.

Once all the chicken pieces are coated in flour, dip them back into the buttermilk, then roll them in the panko breadcrumbs until they are completely coated.

Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the chicken pieces in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until the chicken is golden brown and crispy, flipping occasionally.

Use a slotted spoon to remove the chicken from the oil and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain off any excess oil.

Serve the popcorn chicken immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Enjoy your delicious homemade popcorn chicken!