Description
Enjoy the fun and crispy delight of Mouthwatering Fried Chicken on a Stick, a perfect finger food recipe that combines flavorful marinated chicken cubes with a crunchy panko breadcrumb coating. Ideal for parties, game days, or anytime you want a playful twist on classic fried chicken, these skewers cook quickly and use simple pantry staples to create irresistibly juicy and crispy bites everyone will love.
Ingredients
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For Marinating the Chicken:
- 14 oz boneless chicken breast, cubed
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Black pepper, to taste
- Salt, to taste
For Coating and Frying:
- 1 egg
- Panko bread crumbs or regular bread crumbs, as needed
- All-purpose flour, as needed
- Oil, for deep frying (vegetable, canola, or peanut oil recommended)
- Wooden skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the cubed chicken breast in a large bowl. Add red chili powder, paprika, ground turmeric, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Toss well to coat all pieces evenly. Allow the mixture to marinate for at least 20-30 minutes to let the flavors penetrate and enhance the taste.
- Prepare the Skewers: Soak wooden skewers in water for about 30 minutes to prevent burning during frying. Thread the marinated chicken cubes evenly onto each skewer, leaving some space between pieces for even cooking.
- Coat the Chicken Skewers: Set up three bowls containing all-purpose flour, a beaten egg, and panko bread crumbs (or regular bread crumbs). Dredge each skewer first in flour, then dip into the beaten egg, and finally coat thoroughly with bread crumbs. For better adherence of the coating, freeze the skewers for 15 minutes before frying if desired.
- Deep Fry the Skewers: Heat oil in a deep fryer or deep skillet over medium-low heat, maintaining a temperature around 350°F. Fry the chicken skewers in batches to avoid overcrowding, turning occasionally, for approximately 15 minutes or until the coating is golden brown and the chicken is fully cooked. Remove the skewers and drain on paper towels.
- Serve: Transfer the hot fried chicken skewers to a serving platter. Optionally, garnish with a squeeze of lemon or fresh herbs for added brightness. Serve with your choice of dipping sauces such as honey mustard, ranch, or spicy mayo, and enjoy as a tasty appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Allow the marinated chicken to rest for at least 30 minutes for better flavor and coating adhesion.
- Avoid overcrowding the frying pan to maintain oil temperature and achieve crispiness.
- Use similarly sized chicken pieces (about 1 to 1.5 inches) for uniform cooking and moisture retention.
- Let fried chicken rest on a wire rack instead of paper towels to keep the coating crispy.
- Reheat leftovers in an oven or air fryer to retain crispiness, avoiding the microwave.
- Wooden skewers should be soaked to prevent burning during frying.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: fried chicken on a stick, crispy chicken skewers, finger food, party snacks, chicken appetizers, panko fried chicken, easy chicken recipe
