Baked Popcorn Chicken
Baked Popcorn Chicken
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into 1-inch chunks)
- 2 cups reduced fat buttermilk
- 3 cloves garlic (smashed)
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 3 cups crushed Sour Cream and Onion Kettle Brand® Potato Chips
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a cooling rack with nonstick spray and place on a baking sheet; set aside.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine chicken, buttermilk, garlic, basil, oregano, thyme, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper, to taste; marinate for at least 30 minutes. Drain well.
30 min - 3
Working in batches, dredge chicken in crushed potato chips, pressing to coat. Place onto the prepared baking sheet; drizzle with butter.
- 4
Place into oven and bake, turning pieces halfway through, until crisp and cooked through, about 20-25 minutes.
25 min - 5
Serve immediately, garnished with parsley, if desired.




