KFC Inspired27 min76% less fatCrispy Air-Fryer Popcorn Chicken
Bite-sized, crunchy-coated chicken that hits the same craving as the bucket, without the deep fryer.
Healthier swap for KFC Popcorn Chicken (large)
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Nutrition facts
Per serving — 3 servings total
- Calories
- 320 kcal
- Protein
- 38g protein
- Carbs
- 18g carbs
- Fat
- 10g fat
- Sugar
- 1g sugar
- Sodium
- 520mg sodium
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- 500g
- 1 cup
- 1 tsp each
- 1
- as needed
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Ingredients
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- 1 cup
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- as needed
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Steps
- 1Toss panko with paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- 2Dip chicken cubes in beaten egg, then coat in the seasoned panko.
- 3Arrange in a single layer in the air fryer basket and spray lightly with oil.
- 4Air fry at 200°C (400°F) for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway, until golden and cooked through.
Tips
- Serve with a Greek-yogurt ranch dip for the full fast-food feel.
Ingredients
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- 500g
- 1 cup
- 1 tsp each
- 1
- as needed
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Steps
- 1Toss panko with paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- 2Dip chicken cubes in beaten egg, then coat in the seasoned panko.
- 3Arrange in a single layer in the air fryer basket and spray lightly with oil.
- 4Air fry at 200°C (400°F) for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway, until golden and cooked through.
Tips
- Serve with a Greek-yogurt ranch dip for the full fast-food feel.
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