16 Must-Try Popcorn Chicken Recipes That Are Anything But Boring

Name: Crispy Korean Popcorn Chicken
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 cup buttermilk; 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce; 3 tablespoons honey; 2 cloves garlic, grated; 3 tablespoons whole wheat flour; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 2 pounds boneless chicken breasts, cut into 2 inch cubes; 1 inch fresh ginger, grated; 3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds; 1 tablespoon Gochujang; 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil; 1/4 cup chopped green onions; 3 cups finely crushed corn flakes; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, for brushing

FEBRUARY 07, 2023

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16 Must-Try Popcorn Chicken Recipes That Are Anything But Boring

Popcorn chicken is a crowd-pleasing dish that’s always a hit with kids and adults alike. Whether you choose to serve it as an appetizer or a main dish, you can count on popcorn chicken to please. We’ve gathered 16 of the best popcorn chicken recipes we could find that make this easy-to-make finger food even better. From Asian-inspired glazes to spicy takes and even creamy dipping sauces, these recipes are sure to take your popcorn chicken game up a notch. Our popcorn chicken recipes go beyond the usual fare. Get snacking on these tasty morsels and you’ll never order a bucket of popcorn chicken from your favorite fast food joint again!

My Food Story

Crunchy Korean Popcorn Chicken

Give your party a pop-tastic start with an all fiery, tangy Korean popcorn chicken that’s double the fire and triple the crunch. Just dip, fry, pop and crunch!

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Easy Weeknight Recipes

Homemade Popcorn Chicken

Light, crispy, and perfectly seasoned, Homemade Popcorn Chicken is an easy from-scratch recipe that tastes just like your fast-food favorite!

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50 min

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534

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Julie's Eats and Treats

Air Fryer Popcorn Chicken

Crispy popcorn chicken that is tender and juicy on the inside and prepared in your Air Fryer!

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20 min

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$0.82

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Don’t Go Bacon My Heart

Homemade Popcorn Chicken

'Homemade Popcorn Chicken couldn't be easier to make! The key is marinating in buttermilk for that crispy, flaky finish. But warning, these are incredibly moreish!!'

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Hayl's Kitchen

Cornflake Crusted Cajun Popcorn Chicken

Hot and crispy, this Cornflake Crusted Cajun Popcorn Chicken is baked in the oven and so much better than the deep-fried KFC version. They’re delicious, crunchy and healthy and make a fun family dinner or party appetizer!

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Jo Cooks

Chipotle Popcorn Chicken

Chipotle Popcorn Chicken – so much fun to eat and so delicious! Little morsels of chicken dipped in a spicy batter and fried to perfection!

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Cooklist AI

Crispy Korean Popcorn Chicken

This Crispy Korean Popcorn Chicken combines the flavors of a popular Korean street food with a healthier, oven-baked twist. Tender, juicy chicken pieces are coated in cornflake crumbs and slathered in a sweet and spicy Korean-style BBQ sauce for a mouthwatering meal.

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Ingredients

15 INGREDIENTS

6 SERVINGS

2 tbsp rice vinegar

1 cup buttermilk

1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce

3 tbsp honey

2 cloves garlic

grated

3 tbsp whole wheat flour

1/2 tsp black pepper

2 lbs boneless chicken breasts

cut into 2 inch cubes

1 in fresh ginger

grated

3 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

1 tbsp gochujang

2 tbsp toasted sesame oil

2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

for brushing

Directions

7 STEPS

Combine the chicken and buttermilk in a gallon-size zip-top bag, mixing well to coat.

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Mix together the cornflake crumbs, whole wheat flour, and black pepper in a medium-sized bowl.

Remove each piece of chicken from the buttermilk, dredge through the cornflake mixture, pressing gently to adhere, and place on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining chicken, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. If necessary, use two baking sheets.

Lightly brush the chicken with olive oil and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.

While the chicken is baking, prepare the Korean BBQ Sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the soy sauce, honey, Gochujang, rice vinegar, grated ginger, grated garlic, sesame oil, and 1/4 cup water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then simmer for 5-10 minutes until it thickens slightly into a glaze. Remove from heat.

Once the chicken is cooked, brush or drizzle it generously with the Korean BBQ Sauce. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve warm.

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Half Baked Harvest

Oven Fried Korean Popcorn Chicken.

A slightly healthier, much easier, take on Korean style fried chicken. Inspired by the food carts found on the streets in Seoul. Breaded in corn flakes, oven baked, and finished with an addicting sweet and spicy Korean inspired BBQ sauce. Serve with steamed rice and a plate full of stir fried veggie...

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Mad Creations

Keto Popcorn Chicken

I have to say I have made many versions of keto popcorn chicken but this is far and away my favourite version. A simple spice mix coating and into the oven or the air fryer. So easy and so delicious!

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A Simple Palate

Baked Popcorn Chicken Bites

These crispy baked chicken nuggets are the perfect kid-friendly meal or party appetizer! They're made with less than 10 ingredients, take less than 1 hour to make, and are simply delicious.

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Mason Woodruff

Spicy Popcorn Chicken

A lower carb, lower calorie recipe for spicy popcorn chicken in the air fryer or oven.

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Simply Delicious

Air Fryer Popcorn Chicken with Jalapeño Ranch

Satisfy your cravings for crunchy, spicy snacks with this easy air fryer popcorn chicken! Served with a creamy, tangy jalapeño ranch dip, this dish is the perfect game-day snack that will have your guests coming back for more. So grab a bag of popcorn chicken, a jar of jalapeño ranch, and get ready ...

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Air Fryer Popcorn Chicken with Jalapeño Ranch

Hello Frozen Bananas

Healthy Popcorn Chicken

This Healthy Popcorn Chicken is so fun and takes me back to my childhood! You can make this chicken recipe in the oven or the air fryer.

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Meal Prep On Fleek

Popcorn Chicken with Rice Noodles and Gochujang Sauce

Lightly fried Korean chicken served with a spicy sauce over brown rice noodles. Healthier than takeout and just as delicious!

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Popcorn Chicken with Rice Noodles and Gochujang Sauce

Tasty

Japanese Popcorn Chicken Recipe by Tasty

Crispy, delicious fried chicken is one of life’s greatest pleasures, but every once in a while, you feel the desire to mix things up. That’s where this recipe for Japanese popcorn chicken steps into the picture. It’s everything you love about fried chicken but what a Japanese kick, thanks to a handf...

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