Chicken Popcorn
Crispy, juicy, and absolutely addictive, Chicken Popcorn is the ultimate bite-sized snack that’s perfect for any occasion. Quick to make and full of flavor, it’s guaranteed to be a crowd favorite.
Ingredients
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- 500 grams boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- Neutral oil for deep frying (canola or sunflower)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine chicken, buttermilk, salt, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pan to 350°F (175°C).
- In a separate bowl, mix flour and cornstarch. Beat the egg in another bowl.
- Dip each piece of chicken in the egg, then coat with the flour-cornstarch mixture.
- Fry chicken in batches for 3–4 minutes until golden and crispy. Do not overcrowd the pan.
- Drain on a wire rack and sprinkle with a pinch of salt while still hot.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, double coat the chicken pieces before frying.
- Use a wire rack instead of paper towels to keep the coating from getting soggy.
- You can freeze the coated chicken pieces for later frying.
- Adjust spices to make it milder or spicier to taste.
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