Description
This crispy and flavorful popcorn chicken recipe is perfect for a delicious snack or meal. The chicken is coated in a seasoned batter, breaded, and fried until golden and crispy.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450 to 500 grams) chicken breast (boneless)
- 1/4 cup cornstarch or all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons buttermilk or yogurt (optional, skip to make dairy-free)
- 2 egg whites (or 1/2 cup buttermilk or yogurt)
- 2 cups panko crumbs (or bread crumbs)
- Oil for deep frying
Seasoning:
- 3/4 to 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder (or 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 to 1 1/2 teaspoon paprika (or cayenne pepper or red chilli powder)
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice or 2 tsp garam masala
Instructions
- Preparation: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and mix with seasoning. Optionally add buttermilk or yogurt and refrigerate.
- Coating: Coat chicken in a batter of egg whites, buttermilk, and cornstarch. Roll in panko crumbs.
- Frying: Deep fry in hot oil until golden and crisp. Alternatively, bake or air fry for a healthier option.
- Seasoning: Sprinkle with your favorite seasoning before serving.
Notes
- If you like, you can brine the chicken for added flavor and tenderness.
- Experiment with different seasonings like sriracha powder or seaweed seasoning for a unique twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg