Gluten-Free Crispy Chicken Popcorn

Get ready to savor every crunchy bite of this Gluten-Free Crispy Chicken Popcorn, a deliciously irresistible snack perfect for sharing or indulging solo! Made with tender, marinated chicken breast coated in a spiced gluten-free flour blend and fried to golden perfection, these bite-sized delights deliver maximum flavor with a satisfying crunch. The secret lies in the buttermilk marinade, which keeps the chicken juicy and flavorful, and the combination of cornstarch and baking powder for that extra crispy texture. Ready in just 35 minutes (excluding marinating time), this recipe is a game-changer for gluten-free comfort food lovers. Pair it with your favorite dipping sauces and watch them disappear at parties, game days, or family dinners!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Chicken breast
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 1 cup Gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 large Egg
• 2 cups Oil

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breast into small bite-sized pieces, about 1 inch each.

Step 2

In a bowl, mix the chicken pieces with buttermilk, ensuring the chicken is fully submerged. Cover and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight, for tender and flavorful chicken.

Step 3

In another bowl, combine gluten-free all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and baking powder. Mix well to create a dry coating.

Step 4

In a small bowl, beat the egg and set aside.

Step 5

Remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator. Dip each piece into the beaten egg, ensuring it is well-coated.

Step 6

Next, dredge the chicken pieces in the dry flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure each piece is thoroughly coated.

Step 7

Heat the oil in a deep pan or fryer to 350°F (175°C). To check if the oil is ready, you can drop a small piece of batter into the oil. If it sizzles and floats to the surface, the oil is ready.

Step 8

Carefully add the chicken popcorn to the hot oil in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry the chicken pieces for about 3-5 minutes or until they are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 9

Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried chicken popcorn from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 10

Serve the gluten-free crispy chicken popcorn hot with your favorite dipping sauces.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1366.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5442.0

Total Fat 481.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 636.4mg	0%
Sodium 4446.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 151.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.2g	0%
Total Sugars 12.5g
Protein 145.1g	0%

Vitamin D 180.6IU	0%
Calcium 392.7mg	0%
Iron 4.6mg	0%
Potassium 1754.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 78.5%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 11.0%