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Baked Popcorn Chicken Recipe

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This Baked Popcorn Chicken recipe offers a delicious, crispy, and healthier alternative to traditional fried popcorn chicken. Tender chicken pieces are coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and baked to golden perfection, making it an ideal snack or appetizer served with your favorite dipping sauce.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

Breadcrumbs

  • 1 cup plain breadcrumbs

Seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare Coatings: In separate bowls, place the flour, beaten eggs, and seasoned breadcrumbs mixed with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper if using.
  3. Coat Chicken: Dip each chicken piece first into the flour, shaking off excess, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat thoroughly with the seasoned breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the coated chicken pieces in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching for even baking.
  5. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown and crispy. You may flip halfway through baking for even crispiness.
  6. Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce such as ranch, honey mustard, or barbecue.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, spray the coated chicken with a light coat of cooking spray before baking.
  • Ensure the chicken pieces are cut evenly to cook uniformly.
  • Use panko breadcrumbs for an even crispier texture.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste or add herbs like dried oregano or thyme for variation.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven to retain crispiness.

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