Baked Popcorn Chicken

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4.7

39 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    45 mins

  • Cook Time

    45 mins

  • Total Time

    1 hr 10 mins

  • Servings

    8 servings

Baked Popcorn Chicken

A healthier alternative to the deep-fried version with the best crispy potato chip crust!! No one will believe that this is baked!

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Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 2 cups reduced fat buttermilk
  • 3 cloves garlic smashed
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 3 cups crushed Sour Cream and Onion Kettle Brand® Potato Chips
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
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Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a cooling rack with nonstick spray and place on a baking sheet; set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine chicken, buttermilk, garlic, basil, oregano, thyme, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper, to taste; marinate for at least 30 minutes. Drain well.
  3. Working in batches, dredge chicken in crushed potato chips, pressing to coat. Place onto the prepared baking sheet; drizzle with butter.
  4. Place into oven and bake, turning pieces halfway through, until crisp and cooked through, about 20-25 minutes.
  5. Serve immediately, garnished with parsley, if desired.
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