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Oven Baked Popcorn Chicken

Oven Baked Popcorn Chicken – Crispy, Guilt-Free Delight

Enjoy crispy popcorn chicken without frying oil, a healthier choice for snacks or meals.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts Fresh for tenderness and flavor
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Flour Can use gluten-free flour
  • 2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar Optional for sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Can substitute with fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoky variant can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust for heat preference
  • to taste Salt Essential for flavor enhancement
  • to taste Pepper Essential for flavor enhancement
Binding Ingredients
  • 1 cup Milk Use dairy-free alternatives if needed
  • 2 pieces Eggs Flaxseed meal can substitute

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cut fresh chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and lightly season with salt and powdered sugar. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, powdered sugar, garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, whisk together eggs and milk until frothy.
  3. Dip each chicken piece into the flour mixture, then into the milk and egg mixture, and back into the flour mixture for double coating.
  4. Place coated chicken pieces on a greased baking sheet, ensuring they are evenly spaced. Spray tops lightly with cooking spray.
  5. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake chicken for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway and respraying for even browning.

Nutrition

Serving: 100gramsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Shake off excess flour between dips for extra crispiness. Store leftovers in an airtight container. Reheat in the oven for best texture.

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