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.

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

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 plate)

Chilli Potato Ingredients

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

Chicken Popcorn Ingredients

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

How to make Chilli Potato and Chicken Popcorn

Chilli Potato Method

  1. Peel and cut the potatoes into thin strips.

  2. Boil the potato strips until they are slightly tender.

  3. Drain the water and let the potatoes cool.

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

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

  6. In another pan, sauté capsicum and onion until soft.

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

Chicken Popcorn Method

  1. Cut the chicken breast into small bite-sized pieces.

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

  3. Coat each piece of chicken in the flour mixture.

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

  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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