Description
Enjoy these crispy popcorn chicken bites that are perfectly seasoned and irresistibly crunchy. They make for a fantastic appetizer or a fun snack for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs, whisked
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Cut the boneless chicken thighs into uniform bite-sized pieces.
- Set up three bowls: one with seasoned flour (mix in garlic powder, salt, and pepper), one with whisked eggs, and another with panko breadcrumbs mixed with cayenne pepper.
- Dip each chicken piece in the flour, shaking off excess; then coat in the egg wash before rolling them in panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Fry chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per batch.
- Drain on paper towels and serve immediately with your favorite dips.
Notes
- For extra crunch, double-coat the chicken by repeating the egg wash and breadcrumb steps.
- Experiment with different spices like paprika or onion powder for varied flavors.
- For a healthier option, bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes until crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces (150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 120mg