Popcorn Chicken With Zingy Soured Cream Dip
Crunchy popcorn-coated chicken strips paired with a zesty lime and coriander dip make for a delightful and flavorful dish that is perfect for a snack or a light meal. These crispy chicken strips are coated in a unique blend of popcorn, breadcrumbs, and smoked paprika, giving them a satisfying crunch with every bite. The tangy soured cream dip, infused with the fresh flavors of lime zest and coriander, complements the savory chicken beautifully. Enjoy these delicious treats as a fun and tasty option for any occasion.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 25g salted popcorn
- 85g stale bread or breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 50g plain flour
- 1 large egg
- 2 skinless chicken breasts , cut into long thin strips
- oil , for frying
- 150ml pot soured cream
- zest 1 lime and juice of ½
- handful coriander , chopped
Instructions
- Put the popcorn, bread or breadcrumbs and paprika in a food processor and blend until finely chopped. Tip into a wide, shallow bowl. Whisk the egg in a second bowl, and mix the flour with some seasoning in a third bowl.
- Dip the chicken strips first into the seasoned flour, then into the egg mixture, and finally into the popcorn breadcrumbs – press the crumbs onto the chicken to help them stick. Continue until all the chicken pieces are coated, then chill for 30 mins, or up to 1 day. Mix together the ingredients for the dip in a small bowl.
- When ready to cook the chicken, heat enough oil to just cover the surface of a large frying pan. Once hot, cook the chicken pieces for 2-3 mins on each side (in batches so you don’t overcrowd the pan) until golden and cooked through. Drain on kitchen paper. Serve warm with the dip on the side.
Cook Time
15M
Prep Time
PT30M
Yield
Serves 2
Nutrition
- Calories: 673 calories
- Fat Content: 29 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 11 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 59 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 4 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 3 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 44 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 1.4 milligram of sodium
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