Description
A delightful recipe for Air Fryer Popcorn Chicken that offers a healthier twist on a classic favorite, combining tender chicken pieces with a crispy breadcrumb layer. Perfect for sharing at parties or enjoying as a weeknight treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (or panko)
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Combine buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Place breadcrumbs in a separate bowl.
- Remove chicken from marinade and coat each piece with breadcrumbs.
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and arrange chicken pieces in a single layer.
- Spray the tops of the chicken with cooking spray.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until chicken is golden and cooked through.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
For best results, ensure chicken isn’t overcrowded in the fryer, and shake the basket during cooking for even crisping. Marinating overnight enhances flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg