Low Fat Crispy Chicken Popcorn
Get ready to indulge in guilt-free comfort food with this Low Fat Crispy Chicken Popcorn recipe! Perfectly seasoned chicken breast pieces are marinated in a flavorful mix of low-fat buttermilk and spices, then coated in whole wheat panko breadcrumbs for a light, irresistible crunch. Baked to golden perfection with a hint of non-stick cooking spray, this healthier twist on classic chicken popcorn is low in fat but big on taste. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s ideal as a snack, appetizer, or main dish. Serve these bite-sized crispy delights with your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing treat that’s both nutritious and delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Chicken breast
- 240 ml Low-fat buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 150 grams Whole wheat panko breadcrumbs
- Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces approximately 1 inch in size.
In a medium bowl, combine the low-fat buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until the spices are well incorporated.
Place the chicken pieces into the buttermilk mixture, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to marinate.
While the chicken is marinating, preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Take the marinated chicken out of the refrigerator and allow it to sit for a few minutes at room temperature.
Pour the whole wheat panko breadcrumbs into a shallow dish.
Remove each piece of chicken from the buttermilk mixture, allowing excess marinade to drip off, and roll it in the panko breadcrumbs until thoroughly coated. Place each coated piece onto the prepared baking sheet.
Lightly spray the chicken pieces with non-stick cooking spray to aid in browning and crispiness.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Turn the pieces halfway through the cooking time to ensure even crispness.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your low fat crispy chicken popcorn with your favorite dipping sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1399 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.7 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 440 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 5266 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 128.3 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.7 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.5 g | ||
| Protein | 169.3 g | 339% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 477 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 2161 mg | 46% | |
*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.
