Ingredients
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko for extra crunch)
– 1 tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– ¼ cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
– 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
Creating Crispy Lemon Pepper Chicken Bites is simple and rewarding. Follow these steps to achieve the best results:
1. Prep the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and set them aside in a mixing bowl.
2. Marinate the Chicken: Drizzle lemon juice over the chicken pieces, allowing them to marinate for about 5 minutes. This will enhance the flavor.
3. Set Up Breading Station: Prepare three separate bowls: one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for breadcrumbs mixed with lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
4. Coat the Chicken: Dredge each piece of marinated chicken in flour, ensuring it is fully coated. Shake off any excess.
5. Egg Dip: Next, dip the floured chicken into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drain off.
6. Breadcrumb Coating: Finally, roll the chicken in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to ensure the breadcrumbs adhere well.
7. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
8. Cook the Chicken: Carefully place the coated chicken pieces into the skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd them. Cook for about 3–4 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through.
9. Remove and Drain: Once cooked, transfer the chicken bites to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
10. Serve Hot: For the best experience, serve your Crispy Lemon Pepper Chicken Bites hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 28g