Name: Popcorn Chicken
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (cut into 1-inch pieces); 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 2 large eggs; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; Vegetable oil (for frying)

Popcorn Chicken: Crispy Fried Chicken Bites at Home

Make your own popcorn chicken at home; this quick and easy crispy fried chicken recipe is guaranteed to become a new family favorite!

Homemade Popcorn Chicken

Why You’ll Love This Homemade Popcorn Chicken

Super Crunchy Texture that rivals your favorite fast-food chains.
Customizable Spice Level—add cayenne or paprika for a kick.
Family-Friendly bite-sized pieces perfect for dipping.

Ingredients for Perfect Popcorn Chicken

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Vegetable oil, for frying

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. This seasoned flour is the secret to crispy coating.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and lemon juice until frothy.
Dip each chicken piece into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly in the flour blend. Press the flour onto the chicken to ensure it sticks.
Heat oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer for accuracy.
Working in batches, fry the chicken pieces for 3–4 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Nutrition Information

Per serving (6 servings): 451 kcal; 49 g carbs; 21 g protein; 18 g fat; 3 g sat fat; 96 mg cholesterol; 248 mg sodium; 2 g fiber; 1 g sugar.

Tips & Variations

Double-Dip for Extra Crunch: Repeat the egg-and-flour coating once more.
Spicy Version: Stir in ½ teaspoon cayenne into the flour mix.
Oven-Baked Option: Arrange on a greased sheet and bake at 400°F for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway.

Serve & Enjoy Your Popcorn Chicken

There you have it—an irresistible, crunchy popcorn chicken recipe you can whip up any night. Enjoy your homemade popcorn chicken, perfect for dinner or as an appetizer.

Original recipe credit: Allrecipes Popcorn Chicken

Popcorn Chicken

Make your own popcorn chicken at home; this quick and easy crispy fried chicken recipe is guaranteed to become a new family favorite!

Print Recipe

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 15

Total Time 35

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Appetizer, Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 451

Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Vegetable oil for frying

Method

In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. This seasoned flour is the secret to crispy coating.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and lemon juice until frothy.
Dip each chicken piece into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly in the flour blend. Press the flour onto the chicken to ensure it sticks.
Heat oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer for accuracy.
Working in batches, fry the chicken pieces for 3–4 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Nutrition

Calories: 451kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 21gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 96mgSodium: 248mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

Easy Homemade Popcorn Chicken: Crispy Fried Chicken Bites in Minutes

Popcorn Chicken: Crispy Fried Chicken Bites at Home