Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken tenders or cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup popcorn, crushed
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with crushed popcorn mixed with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dip chicken pieces in flour, then in egg, and finally coat thoroughly with popcorn mixture.
- Place coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet and spray lightly with cooking spray or drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and crispy.
Notes
- Use crushed popcorn for a crunchy coating; you can crush popcorn with a rolling pin or food processor.
- Try different seasonings such as chili powder or Parmesan for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free flour)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces
- Calories: 250 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg