How to Make Chipotle Popcorn Chicken?

Ingredients

• For 4 servings,
• 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast(910 g)
• 2 cups buttermilk(480 mL)
• 7 oz chiles in adobo sauce(200 g), 1 can
• 2 cups panko breadcrumbs(100 g)
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• oil, for frying

Method

• Cut chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and place them in a medium-sized bowl.
• Pour buttermilk and can of chiles over the chicken, making sure to get all of the adobo sauce out of the can. Mix well to incorporate.
• Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for 2-4 hours.
• In a separate bowl, mix together panko bread crumbs, chili powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
• Remove chicken from the refrigerator and dredge the pieces in the bread crumb mixture for an even coat.
• Fry them in 350˚F (180˚C) oil until they are crispy and golden brown (about 2 minutes).
• Drain on paper towels.
• Garnish with an additional sprinkle of smoked paprika and serve.
• Enjoy!