Chipotle Popcorn Chicken

Chipotle Popcorn Chicken

4.3(178)

Cook Time
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Total Time
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Yield
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast (910 g)
  • 2 cups buttermilk (480 mL)
  • 7 oz chiles in adobo sauce (200 g), 1 can
  • 2 cups panko breadcrumbs (100 g)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • oil, for frying

Garnish

  • smoked paprika, to taste

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 690
  • Fat 17g
  • Carbs 48g
  • Fiber 2g
  • Sugar 10g
  • Protein 81g

How to Make It

1. Step
Cut chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and place them in a medium-sized bowl.
2. Step
Pour buttermilk and can of chiles over the chicken, making sure to get all of the adobo sauce out of the can. Mix well to incorporate.
3. Step
Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for 2-4 hours.
4. Step
In a separate bowl, mix together panko bread crumbs, chili powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
5. Step
Remove chicken from the refrigerator and dredge the pieces in the bread crumb mixture for an even coat.
6. Step
Fry them in 350˚F (180˚C) oil until they are crispy and golden brown (about 2 minutes).
7. Step
Drain on paper towels.
8. Step
Garnish with an additional sprinkle of smoked paprika and serve.
9. Step
Enjoy!

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