Crispy Chicken Popcorn Recipe – Easy Homemade Snack for All Ages
Crispy, golden-fried chicken bites seasoned with herbs and spices – a perfect snack or party appetizer.
Ingredients
For Marination:
- 250 grams boneless chicken (cut into small cubes)
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp red chili powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar
- 1 egg
For Coating:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (maida)
- 1/4 cup cornflour
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1/2 tsp mixed herbs or oregano
- Salt to taste
- Water (for sprinkling)
For Frying:
- Oil – for deep frying
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken :In a bowl, mix chicken cubes with ginger-garlic paste, chili powder, pepper, salt, turmeric, lemon juice, and egg. Set aside to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare Coating Mix : In a separate bowl, combine maida, cornflour, salt, chili powder, and herbs. Mix well.
- Coat the Chicken :Take marinated chicken pieces, coat them in the dry flour mix, then sprinkle a few drops of water to create a rough texture. Repeat this coating step twice for extra crispiness.
- Heat the Oil :Heat oil in a deep pan or kadai. Ensure it’s hot but not smoking (medium-high heat).
- Fry the Chicken :Drop the coated chicken cubes one by one and fry until golden brown and crispy. Do it in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Drain Excess Oil :Remove and place on paper towels to absorb extra oil.
- Serve :Serve hot with ketchup, garlic mayo, or a spicy dip of your choice.
Notes
- You can use buttermilk or curd for extra tender marination.
- Double coating with flour and light sprinkling of water gives a crunchy outer layer.
- Avoid overcrowding while frying, or the chicken won’t cook evenly.