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Popcorn Chicken

Popcorn Chicken

The ultimate comfort food, Popcorn Chicken is crispy, juicy, and oh-so-delicious. This easy weeknight dinner will satisfy your cravings and impress your family and friends. Try it tonight!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers, Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tsp dried oregano divided
  • 1 cup corn flakes finely crushed
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper if you love the pepper flavor, increase to 1/2 tsp
  • Oil to fry Oil Canola or peanut works well

Equipment

  • Frying Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. Cut chicken breasts into bite size chunks and transfer to a medium size bowl. Add buttermilk, 1 teaspoon oregano, a pinch of salt and a pinch of pepper. Mix and make sure all chicken is covered. Tightly cover bowl and place in the refrigerator for at least an hour.
  2. In a shallow bowl or plate, mix together corn flakes, flour, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and remaining salt, pepper and oregano. Remove chicken from buttermilk marinade and gently press into the dry mixture to coat, making sure to rotate chicken to cover all sides.
  3. Heat approximately 16 oz of oil in a large deep pan to somewhere between 350 and 375 degrees fahrenheit. Fry coated chicken in batches, making sure to not overcrowd the pan, until nicely browned on both sides. This usually takes about 3 to 4 minutes per side.
  4. Remove chicken from oil and place immediately onto a plate that has been lined with paper towels to soak up excess oil. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Tip 1: You can make Popcorn Chicken in large batches to keep them on hand for a few days or freeze. Your family will never go back to processed chicken nuggets again!
  • Tip 2: Change up the flavors of your Popcorn Chicken by switching up the marinade recipe. Add BBQ sauce or use ranch dressing as your marinade.
  • Tip 3: You can bake these instead of frying them. Just heat your oven to 425 F | 210 and bake for about 15 to 20 minutes on a nonstick baking sheet. If it is a darker nonstick sheet – lower the temperature by 25 degrees to prevent burning.