Street Popcorn Chicken Recipe
popcorn chicken. cotija cheese. pickled red onions. chili lime aioli. scallions.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Toppings
Chili Lime Aioli
Method
Preparing the Chicken
- 1
1. Prepare the Chicken
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces, season with salt and pepper.
- 2
2. Set Up Breading Station
In one bowl, add flour; in another, whisk the eggs; and in a third bowl, add the panko breadcrumbs.
- 3
3. Bread the Chicken
Coat each piece of chicken in flour, dip in the eggs, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
Frying the Chicken
- 4
4. Heat Oil
In a deep skillet or fryer, heat oil over medium-high heat until hot.
- 5
5. Fry the Chicken
Fry the breaded chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
Making the Aioli
- 6
6. Prepare Chili Lime Aioli
In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt until smooth.
Assembling the Dish
- 7
7. Assemble the Dish
Place the fried popcorn chicken on a serving platter, drizzle with chili lime aioli, and top with cotija cheese, pickled red onions, and chopped scallions.