Popcorn Chicken Recipe
With french fries or apple slices
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Ingredients
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Popcorn Chicken
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Cut the boneless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
Set Up Breading Station
In one bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. In another bowl, whisk together eggs and milk.
- 3
Bread the Chicken
Dip each piece of chicken first into the egg mixture, then coat it thoroughly with the flour mixture.
- 4
Heat Oil
In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot.
- 5
Fry the Chicken
Fry the breaded chicken pieces in batches for about 5-6 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 6
Serve
Serve the popcorn chicken with french fries or apple slices.