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Baked Popcorn Chicken
4.7 from 39 votes

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!

Prep Time
45 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Course, Appetizer

Ingredients

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

Instructions

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  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.