Popcorn chicken is a dish of bite-sized chunks of deep-fried chicken that are sure to be a family favorite. I love to serve the chicken with mashed potatoes and green beans.
Ingredients
- 3 cups flour
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cups oil , or as needed
- 3 skinless , boneless chicken breasts, cubed
Instructions
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1
Mix flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl. Beat eggs and lemon juice together in a separate bowl.
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2
Heat 2 inches of oil in a large pot over medium heat.
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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.
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4
Lower pieces of chicken carefully into hot oil in batches; fry until golden brown, 7 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Repeat with remaining chicken pieces.
Nutrition Facts
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