Ingredients
Chicken. Boneless chicken thighs or chicken breasts can be used. Flour. Lemon pepper seasoning. Other spices like paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, chilli powder or dried herbs like oregano, parsley or basil can all be used too. Salt. Eggs. Panko bread crumbs. Panko crumbs gives an incredibly crisp crust to the chicken but use any breadcrumbs you like. Fresh, dried or Italian breadcrumbs all work. Oil, for frying.
How to make lemon pepper popcorn chicken
Can I make this ahead?
Yes, you can prepare popcorn chicken ahead. Bread the chicken and place in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper then freeze until solid and transfer to a freezer bag. Freeze for up to 3 months and cook from frozen.
What to serve with popcorn chicken
Popcorn chicken is the perfect game day snack, lunch or easy dinner. It’s great served with a dipping sauce like ketchup, bbq sauce, ranch, honey mustard etc. Adding side dishes like potato wedges, fries or a simple salad will turn this recipe into a family favorite meal.
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