Popcorn Chicken Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Breading
Frying
Method
Marinating the Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, hot sauce (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and add them to the marinade. Ensure all pieces are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or ideally overnight.
Preparing the Breading
- 3
Make the Breading Mixture
In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until combined.
Frying the Chicken
- 4
- 5
Coat the Chicken
Remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator. Take each piece and coat it thoroughly in the breading mixture, shaking off any excess.
- 6
Fry the Chicken
Carefully place the breaded chicken pieces into the hot oil in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through, turning occasionally.
- 7
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oil and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Serve hot.
