POPCORN CHICKEN TWO WAYS: SOUTHERN STYLE AND ITALIAN STYLE
Steps:
- For the popcorn chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into equal bite-size pieces and place in a large bowl, sprinkling with 1 teaspoon of the sea salt. Completely submerge the chicken in the buttermilk, and then cover and chill at least 1 hour and up to 8 hours.
- Combine the flour, remaining sea salt, cayenne, baking powder, onion powder, oregano, turmeric and lots of black pepper in a large resealable plastic bag and shake well.
- Heat oil in a large pot to 350 degrees F over medium heat. Transfer one-third of the chicken pieces from the marinade to the plastic bag with the flour using a slotted spoon and shaking off any excess liquid. Seal the bag and shake to coat well. Shake off any excess flour from the chicken and then carefully transfer to the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes, and then drain on paper towels. Repeat with the remaining chicken.
- For southern style: Serve the chicken over the waffles and smother in maple syrup.
- For italian style: Combine the tomatoes, olives, parsley, oil, vinegar, sugar, salt, black pepper, basil, minced garlic, oregano and chile in a bowl and mix well. Let sit to allow the flavors to come together 30 minutes before serving.
- Cut the baguette into 6 equal pieces, and then halve each piece horizontally (as if making a sandwich). Hollow out the center of each piece with your hands and rub the surface of the bread with the smashed garlic and brush with olive oil. Grill or toast the bread until golden.
- Spoon some of the bruschetta mixture into the hollowed out grilled baguettes and top with popcorn chicken and large shavings of Parmesan.
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Usama Jani
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I made the Southern-style popcorn chicken and it was delicious. The chicken was crispy and flavorful, and the sauce was perfect. I served it with rice and it was a complete meal. I will definitel
Katabalwa Ivan
[email protected]I tried the Italian-style popcorn chicken and it was just okay. The chicken was a bit dry and the seasoning was bland. I think I would have liked it better if I had used a different type of breadcrumb.
Rehan Brohi
[email protected]Yum! This popcorn chicken is so addictive. I couldn't stop eating it. The Italian style was my favorite, with the cheesy Parmesan coating. I will definitely be making this recipe again for my next party.
coco toca
[email protected]I made the Southern-style popcorn chicken and it was a hit with my family. The chicken was perfectly crispy and the seasoning was spot-on. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a complete meal. I will definitely be making this
Katie made
[email protected]This popcorn chicken recipe is a winner! I tried both the Southern and Italian styles, and they were both delicious. The chicken was crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, and the seasonings were perfect. I especially liked the Italian style,