Description
Indulge in the irresistible crunch of homemade popcorn chicken, a perfect dish for any gathering! This easy-to-make comfort food features tender, marinated chicken coated in a crispy panko crust and seasoned to perfection. Whether served at game night or family dinners, these golden bites are guaranteed to be a hit. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauces for an unforgettable flavor experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cubed)
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika (smoked if preferred)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a large bowl, combine cubed chicken with buttermilk. Let soak for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the coating: In one bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Place panko breadcrumbs in another bowl.
- Dredge the chicken: Remove chicken from buttermilk; coat each piece in the flour mixture first, then dip into panko until fully covered.
- Heat oil: In a skillet or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat (approximately 350°F/175°C).
- Fry until golden brown: Carefully add chicken pieces in batches and fry for about 5-7 minutes until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces (120g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 90mg