Crispy Popcorn Chicken Recipe
Indulge in the crispy delight of homemade popcorn chicken, perfectly seasoned and fried to golden perfection. This easy-to-make dish is sure to impress your family and friends during game nights or cozy movie marathons. With a crunchy exterior and juicy interior, these bite-sized pieces are not just food; they’re a celebration on your plate!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika (smoked if preferred)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Oil for frying (about ½ cup)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and pat dry with paper towels.
- Set up three bowls: one with seasoned flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder and paprika.
- Coat each chicken piece in flour, dip in egg, then roll in the panko mixture until well-coated.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering (about half an inch deep).
- Fry the chicken pieces for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve hot!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 pieces (140g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 105mg