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Crispy Popcorn Chicken Recipe

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Crispy and flavorful popcorn chicken made by double-coating bite-sized chicken breast chunks in a spiced flour mixture and eggs, then deep-frying until golden and crunchy. Perfect as a snack or appetizer served hot with your favorite dipping sauces.

Ingredients

Chicken and Coating

  • 2 Pounds chicken breast
  • ½ Cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ Cup cornstarch
  • 1 Teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 Teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 Teaspoon salt
  • 1 Teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 large eggs

Frying

  • 4 Cups vegetable oil (for frying)

Instructions

  1. Heat oil: Heat your oil in a large pot on the stovetop until it reaches approximately 375°F, which is ideal for deep frying.
  2. Dice chicken: Dice the chicken breast into 1-inch chunks to ensure they cook evenly and quickly.
  3. Prepare dry coating: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, and smoked paprika to create a well-seasoned flour mixture.
  4. Beat eggs: In a separate bowl, beat the two large eggs until smooth and uniform.
  5. Coat chicken: Dip each chicken piece first into the flour mixture, then into the beaten eggs, and then back into the flour mixture for a double coating. This helps achieve a crispy exterior.
  6. Fry chicken: Fry the coated chicken pieces in batches of 6 to 7 at a time in the hot oil for about 4 minutes or until they turn golden brown and are cooked through.
  7. Drain: Remove the fried chicken from the oil and place on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  8. Serve: Serve your hot, crispy popcorn chicken immediately with your preferred sauces or side dishes.

Notes

  • Ensure the oil temperature is maintained around 375°F to avoid greasy chicken and ensure perfect crispiness.
  • Do not overcrowd the pot during frying to maintain oil temperature and even cooking.
  • Feel free to adjust the spices according to your taste preferences.
  • Use fresh chicken breast for best texture and flavor.
  • Serve with dipping sauces like honey mustard, ranch, or spicy mayo for extra flavor.

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