Tuesday, 1 September 2015

Real Popcorn Chicken

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 20 minutes
Serves 4 people
Calories: 249 per serving
Source: Parents Quick and Easy Kid-Friendly Meals


Ingredients
  • 3 cups popped popcorn
  • 1 tbsp. fresh thyme
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 egg
  • 3 tbsp. all-purpose flour
  • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken in 2-inch pieces
  • 1 tbsp. unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp. canola oil

Directions
  • Grind popcorn after removing unpopped kernels.
  • Place popcorn in a shallow dish; mix in thyme, salt and pepper.
  • Place the egg in a shallow bowl; beat with 1 tbsp. water.
  • Place flour in another shallow dish.
  • Coat chicken in flour, shaking off the excess.
  • Dip in egg mixture, then in popcorn to coat.
  • Heat butter and oil over medium-high heat.
  • Cook chicken 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally.

What kid doesn't like popcorn?  Charlotte certainly does!  I always set aside a few kernels as a "garnish" for the chicken and Charlotte is thrilled to have popcorn for dinner.  So am I, if it comes to it!

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