Popcorn Chicken Bites with Chipotle Honey Mustard Recipe
The perfect finger food! These little bites are baked, not fried, making them a little healthier. But feel free to fry them! Serve them with this irresistible and addictive Chipotle Honey Mustard.
Ingredients
- Nonstick oil spray (Pam or avocado oil)
- For the Chicken
- 1 lb chicken breasts, butterflied, cut into
- 1-2-inch pieces
- ½ cup cornstarch, potato starch or
- arrowroot starch/powder
- 2 eggs, beaten
- For the Popcorn Coating
- 1 tbsp cornstarch, potato starch or
- arrowroot powder
- 3 cups plain popped popcorn
- ½ cup panko, breadcrumbs or matzo
- meal (GF if necessary)
- 1 tsp granulated onion or onion powder
- ½ tsp granulated garlic or garlic powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt or ½ tsp sea or table salt
- For the Chipotle Honey Mustard
- 2 tbsp dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- Small squeeze of lemon
- Big pinch of chipotle powder or 1 tsp hot
- sauce
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400˚F. Line a cookie sheet with foil and place a cooking rack on top of the foil-lined sheet. Generously spray the cooking rack with nonstick spray. If you don’t have a cooking rack, generously spray the foil with nonstick oil spray.
- 2
Make the Popcorn Coating: In a blender or food processor, combine all the ingredients and process until you have coarse crumbs. Place them in a zip-top bag or shallow dish.
- 3
Place starch in another shallow dish and place eggs in a third shallow dish. Arrange dishes in a row so that the starch is first, then the eggs, then the Popcorn Coating.
- 4
Working with several pieces of chicken at a time, toss the chicken in starch, shake off excess. Dunk the chicken in egg, then coat it in the Popcorn Coating mixture. Lay coated chicken pieces on the baking rack or directly on the foil-lined sheet. Repeat with all the chicken. Generously spray the tops of the chicken bites with additional oil spray.
- 5
Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- 6
In the meantime, make the Chipotle Honey Mustard: Mix the mustard with the honey, oil, lemon and chipotle powder or hot sauce. Serves
- 7
Make-Ahead Tip: The chicken can be floured, egged and coated, placed on a sheet of wax/parchment paper and either stored for the day in the refrigerator or frozen. Once frozen, the chicken pieces can be stored in a zip- top bag. Allow the chicken to defrost uncovered in the refrigerator for a few hours or overnight before baking.
Tips & Storage
- How to Store
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Chicken and turkey reheat well in the oven at 325°F to keep the meat moist.
- Can I Freeze This?
- Absolutely. Cool completely and store in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
- Cooking Tip
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure poultry reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for food safety. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes after cooking for juicier results.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make Popcorn Chicken Bites with Chipotle Honey Mustard?
This Popcorn Chicken Bites with Chipotle Honey Mustard recipe by Carolyn Cohen includes step-by-step instructions that are easy to follow. You'll need 23 ingredients and the recipe is designed for home cooks of all skill levels.
Can I make this popcorn chicken bites with chipotle honey mustard ahead of time?
Yes! This recipe stores well in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat gently before serving.