Description
Popcorn chicken is a delightful and crispy snack that brings back childhood memories. These golden-brown nuggets are tender on the inside and crunchy on the outside, making them perfect for game nights or movie marathons. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can whip up this irresistible treat that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup vegetable or canola oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces for uniform cooking.
- In a bowl, mix all-purpose flour with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Set up a breading station with seasoned flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs in separate bowls.
- Dip each chicken piece into the flour mixture, then the egg wash, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry chicken pieces in batches for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces (120g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg