Description
Popcorn chicken is the ultimate comfort food, featuring crispy, bite-sized pieces of chicken that deliver a satisfying crunch in every bite. Perfect for family movie nights or game day gatherings, this easy-to-make dish is sure to impress. With customizable spices and delicious dipping sauces, popcorn chicken turns any occasion into a celebration of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour mixed with garlic powder and onion powder, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each chicken piece in the flour mixture, dip in the egg wash, then coat in breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- Fry the chicken pieces for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain excess oil on paper towels and serve with your favorite dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces (120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 90mg