Popcorn Chicken
Popcorn chicken is a delightful snack that combines tender, marinated chicken with a perfectly crispy coating. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for game nights or cozy family dinners and pairs beautifully with your favorite dipping sauces. Whether fried or baked, this popcorn chicken will satisfy your cravings and impress your family and friends!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack/ Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in buttermilk for at least one hour.
- In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat (350°F).
- Dredge marinated chicken in the flour mixture and fry in batches until golden brown (about 4 minutes per batch).
- Drain on paper towels and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 oz (85g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 385mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a gluten-free option, swap all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour. Experiment with spices like cayenne pepper or smoked paprika for added flavor.