Description
Crispy and flavorful, this Homemade Popcorn Chicken is perfect for snacking, parties, or a fun family meal. Coated in panko breadcrumbs and served with your favorite dipping sauces, it’s a hit with both kids and adults!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable or canola oil for frying
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into 1-inch bite-sized pieces and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and garlic powder. Set up two more shallow bowls, one with buttermilk and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each piece of chicken in the seasoned flour, then dip it in the buttermilk, allowing the excess to drip off. Finally, coat the chicken in panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to ensure they stick.
- Fill a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven with 2-3 inches of oil and heat to 350°F.
- Working in batches, fry the breaded chicken for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate and season with extra salt if desired.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces such as honey mustard, ranch, BBQ, or sweet chili sauce.
Notes
- Adjust the seasoning in the flour mixture to your preference for a personalized flavor.
- Ensure the oil is hot enough before adding the chicken to achieve the perfect crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg