Chilli Potato and Chicken Popcorn

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Rakovine Apao (@thatpetitefoodie)

A delicious combination of spicy chilli potatoes and crispy chicken popcorn, perfect for a snack or appetizer.

Chilli Potato and Chicken Popcorn recipe
Prep Time
15min
Cook Time
30min
Total Time
45min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 plate)

Chilli Potato Ingredients

  • potato Potatoes
    potato Potatoes
    4
  • Cornflour
    Cornflour
    2tbsp
  • Red chili powder
    Red chili powder
    1tsp
  • Salt
    Salt
    1tsp
  • Oil
    Oil
    1tbsp
  • Capsicum
    Capsicum
    1cup
  • Onion
    Onion
    1cup
  • Soy sauce
    Soy sauce
    1tsp

Chicken Popcorn Ingredients

  • Chicken breast
    Chicken breast
    500g
  • Flour
    Flour
    1cup
  • Garlic powder
    Garlic powder
    1tbsp
  • Salt
    Salt
    1tsp
  • Black pepper
    Black pepper
    1tsp
  • Breadcrumbs
    Breadcrumbs
    1cup
  • Oil
    Oil
    2tbsp

How to make Chilli Potato and Chicken Popcorn

Chilli Potato Method

  1. Step 1

    Peel and cut the potatoes into thin strips.

  2. Step 2

    Boil the potato strips until they are slightly tender.

  3. Step 3

    Drain the water and let the potatoes cool.

  4. Step 4

    In a bowl, mix cornflour, red chili powder, and salt. Coat the potato strips with this mixture.

  5. Step 5

    Heat oil in a pan and fry the coated potatoes until golden brown.

  6. Step 6

    In another pan, sauté capsicum and onion until soft.

  7. Step 7

    Add the fried potatoes and soy sauce to the pan and mix well.

Chicken Popcorn Method

  1. Step 1

    Cut the chicken breast into small bite-sized pieces.

  2. Step 2

    In a bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

  3. Step 3

    Coat each piece of chicken in the flour mixture.

  4. Step 4

    Dip the coated chicken pieces in oil and then roll them in breadcrumbs.

  5. Step 5

    Heat oil in a deep pan and fry the chicken pieces until they are golden and crispy.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

768.8kcal (38.44%)

Protein

53.8g (100%)

Carbs

78.8g (28.64%)

Sugars

2.5g (5%)

Healthy Fat

13.8g

Unhealthy Fat

5.0g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. For extra flavor, you can add spices to the flour mixture for the chicken popcorn.

  2. Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to ensure crispy potatoes and chicken.

FAQS

  1. Can I make this recipe vegetarian?

    Yes, you can skip the chicken and serve only the chilli potatoes.

  2. How can I make the chicken popcorn spicier?

    You can add cayenne pepper or chili flakes to the flour mixture.

  3. What can I serve with chilli potatoes?

    Chilli potatoes can be served with ketchup or a spicy dipping sauce.

  4. Can I bake the chicken popcorn instead of frying?

    Yes, you can bake them in the oven at a high temperature until they are golden and crispy.

  5. How do I store leftovers?

    Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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