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Honey BBQ Popcorn Chicken

Dmitri Magi
Ready for a snack that's seriously addictive? Honey BBQ Popcorn Chicken is where sweet, smoky, and crispy collide! These bite-sized chicken pieces are coated in a flavorful honey BBQ sauce and baked to golden perfection. They're the perfect appetizer for game day, movie night, or just because you're craving something delicious. This Honey BBQ Popcorn Chicken recipe is easy to make at home, way better than takeout, and guaranteed to disappear fast. Get ready for a flavor explosion that will have you reaching for more! Let's get popping!
Calories: 490 (without chips) | Protein: ~30g | Carbs: ~40g | Fat: ~10g
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 490 kcal

Equipment

  • Air fryer or oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Non-stick pan (for the sauce)
  • Whisk
  • Tongs

Ingredients
  

  • For the Chicken:
  • 300 g chicken breast cubed
  • 60 g cornflakes crushed
  • 1 whisked egg
  • 2 tbsp cornflour
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For the Sauce:
  • 5 tbsp BBQ sauce
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 2 tbsp Frank’s Red Hot sauce
  • 1 tbsp tomato purée

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Prep the Chicken.
  • Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. In a bowl, coat the chicken with cornflour to ensure an even coating.
  • Step 2: Make the Seasoned Coating.
  • In a separate bowl, mix the crushed cornflakes with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Step 3: Coat the Chicken.
  • Dip each chicken piece into the whisked egg, then into the cornflake mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated. Repeat until all the chicken is coated.
  • Step 4: Cook the Chicken.
  • Place the coated chicken in an air fryer and cook at 180°C (350°F) for 8 minutes. Flip the chicken pieces and cook for another 7-10 minutes until golden and crispy. If you’re using an oven, bake at the same temperature for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • Step 5: Prepare the Sauce.
  • While the chicken is cooking, combine the BBQ sauce, honey, water, hot sauce, and tomato purée in a small pan. Simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and becomes sticky.
  • Step 6: Coat the Chicken.
  • Once the chicken is cooked, toss it in the warm honey BBQ sauce until evenly coated.
  • Step 7: Serve and Enjoy.
  • Serve the Honey BBQ Popcorn Chicken hot with your favorite sides!

Notes

  • Even Coating: Make sure the chicken pieces are evenly coated in the egg and cornflake mixture for a consistent crunch.
  • Don’t Overcrowd the Air Fryer: Spread the chicken pieces out to ensure they cook evenly.
  • Monitor the Sauce: Simmer the sauce gently to prevent it from burning.