Ingredients:
- 1 pound (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 ½ cups breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking oil for frying
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Breading Stations:
- Set up three shallow bowls or plates. Place flour in the first bowl, beaten eggs in the second, and combine breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in the third.
2. Bread the Chicken:
- Take each piece of chicken and dredge it first in the flour, shaking off any excess.
- Dip the chicken into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off.
- Coat the chicken thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere the crumbs to the chicken pieces. Place them on a plate.
3. Fry the CraveBites:
- Heat oil in a frying pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Carefully place the breaded chicken pieces into the hot oil, ensuring they're not overcrowded.
- Fry for about 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked Crunchy CraveBites onto a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
4. Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve the Crunchy CraveBites hot as an appetizer, snack, or part of a meal.
- Pair them with your favorite dipping sauces like barbecue, ranch, honey mustard, or sweet chili for an added flavor kick.
Enjoy your homemade Crunchy CraveBites with their irresistible crispy coating and tender chicken inside!