Description
This baked Popcorn Chicken recipe offers a healthier twist on the classic fried snack, featuring crispy, golden chicken bites that are juicy on the inside. Coated with a seasoned flour mixture and panko breadcrumbs, these popcorn chicken bites are easy to make and perfect for snacking or serving with dipping sauces. Customize the seasoning to your liking, and enjoy a fun, crispy snack without the extra calories.
Ingredients
Boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
All-purpose flour
Garlic powder
Oregano
Paprika
Salt
Buttermilk
Panko breadcrumbs
Dried chives
Ground black pepper
Cooking oil spray
Instructions
-
Preheat oven to 475ºF and spray a baking sheet with cooking oil.
-
In a small bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, oregano, paprika, and salt.
-
Pour buttermilk into another bowl.
-
In a third bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, chives, and black pepper.
-
Dip each piece of chicken into the flour mixture, then buttermilk, and coat with the panko mixture.
-
Place chicken on the baking sheet and spray with oil.
-
Bake for 15 minutes or until golden and crispy.
-
Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
For a spicy version, add cayenne pepper or chili powder to the breadcrumb mixture.
Use gluten-free flour and panko for a gluten-free version.
For extra crunch, double-coat the chicken in buttermilk and panko before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
