Air Fryer Popcorn-Crusted Popcorn Chicken

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Combine cornstarch, salt, paprika, ground mustard, and black pepper in a large resealable plastic bag. Add ½ chicken pieces to the bag, seal the bag, shake, and set aside while air fryer is preheating, 5 minutes.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Preheat an air fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Meanwhile, place popcorn in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until reaches crumb-like consistency. Place crumbs in a separate resealable plastic bag.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Dip seasoned chicken pieces in beaten eggs, then add to popcorn crumbs; shake to coat.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Place coated chicken in air fryer basket; lightly coat with cooking spray. Cook, in batches if needed, for 8 minutes. Flip chicken, coat with cooking spray, and cook for 6 minutes more.'}

6. 6

   {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Transfer chicken to a paper towel lined plate using tongs. Repeat coating and cooking with remaining chicken pieces. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (6 servings total)