Popcorn Chicken Crispy Bites (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
→ Chicken and Marinade
01 -
1 ¼ pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
02 -
¼ cup milk
03 -
¾ cup sour cream
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1 teaspoon salt
→ Coating
05 -
1 cup all-purpose flour
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¾ cup panko breadcrumbs
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1 ½ teaspoons salt
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¾ teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon black pepper
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¾ teaspoon garlic powder
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1 pinch cayenne pepper
→ Frying
12 -
3 cups vegetable oil
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Use a meat mallet to pound the chicken breast into a thin piece, then chop it into cubes. Set aside.
02 -
Whisk the milk and sour cream together in a bowl.
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Add the chicken and salt to the milk mixture, then mix well to coat. Set aside to marinate.
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Combine flour, panko, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne in a bowl. Whisk to mix thoroughly.
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Dust each chicken cube in the panko mixture until well coated, then set aside.
06 -
Add enough vegetable oil to a pot to fully submerge the chicken pieces and heat over high heat until boiling hot.
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Carefully add chicken pieces to the hot oil in batches, avoiding overcrowding. Fry until golden brown and fully cooked.
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Remove fried chicken pieces from the oil and set on a rack to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dips.
# Additional Notes:
01 -
Cut chicken into small, even pieces to ensure quick and uniform cooking for a crispy texture.