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Crispy Golden Chicken Bites with Ketchup

Perfectly crispy chicken bites for an easy and delightful meal

4servings
35 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Crispy Golden Chicken Bites with Ketchup

About this recipe

Enjoy these mouthwatering golden chicken bites that are both crispy and juicy. Perfect for a quick snack or a family meal, these bites are easy to prepare and pair wonderfully with ketchup for a touch of traditional flavor. Ideal for both kids and adults, they bring comfort and joy to the table.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup ketchup

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. 2

    Mix flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish.

  3. 3

    Beat eggs in another shallow dish.

  4. 4

    Place panko breadcrumbs in a third shallow dish.

  5. 5

    Coat chicken pieces in flour, dip in eggs, then press into breadcrumbs until fully coated.

  6. 6

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  7. 7

    Fry chicken pieces until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

  8. 8

    Transfer to a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, until cooked through.

  9. 9

    Serve hot with ketchup.

Chef's tip

For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the flour mixture.

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