Popcorn Chicken

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Popcorn Chicken
Popcorn Chicken
Yields:
6
serving(s)
Prep Time:
20 minutes
Total Time:
35 minutes
Cal/Serv:
1042
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Golden, crisp, and irresistibly bite-sized, this popcorn chicken delivers a satisfying crunch that gives way to juicy, tender meat inside. Each piece is lightly seasoned with hints of garlic and pepper, creating a savory warmth that lingers on the palate. The subtle brightness from the lemon adds a delicate lift, balancing the richness of the perfectly fried coating.

It’s the kind of snack that disappears faster than you expect—addictive, comforting, and deeply satisfying. Whether enjoyed fresh and hot on its own or shared among friends, every bite brings that familiar, crave-worthy crunch that makes you reach for just one more.

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Recipe Information

Ingredients

For:
6
serving(s)
  • 3 cup flour
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 cup oil, or as needed
  • 3 chicken breasts, cubed
Nutrition Facts
Popcorn Chicken
Serving Size
 
220 g
Amount per Serving
Calories
1042
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
80
g
123
%
Saturated Fat
 
7
g
44
%
Trans Fat
 
0.3
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
22
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
49
g
Cholesterol
 
127
mg
42
%
Sodium
 
348
mg
15
%
Potassium
 
523
mg
15
%
Carbohydrates
 
49
g
16
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
0.4
g
0
%
Protein
 
32
g
64
%
Vitamin A
 
114
IU
2
%
Vitamin C
 
3
mg
4
%
Calcium
 
25
mg
3
%
Iron
 
4
mg
22
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Equipments

  • 1 large pot
  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 separate bowl
  • 1 paper towel-lined plate
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Directions

  1. Mix flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl. Beat eggs and lemon juice together in a separate bowl.
  2. Heat 2 inches of oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  3. Dredge chicken pieces in flour mixture; shake off excess. Dip into beaten egg. Lift up so excess egg drips back into the bowl. Press into flour mixture again to coat.
  4. Lower pieces of chicken carefully into hot oil in batches; fry until golden brown, minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Repeat with remaining chicken pieces.
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