When you crave something irresistibly crunchy, nothing quite hits the spot like crispy chicken bites. Forget about ordering from your local fast-food place—this homemade recipe delivers juicy chicken encased in a golden, shatteringly crisp coating, paired with a flavor-packed dipping sauce that you'll want to eat by the spoonful.

Ingredients

For the chicken bites:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 large eggs
  • 240 ml water (about 1 cup)
  • 250 g all-purpose flour (about 2 cups)
  • 750 ml vegetable oil (for frying)

For seasoning:

  • Salt, to taste
  • Chicken seasoning blend, to taste
  • Ground hot paprika, to taste
  • Sweet paprika, to taste

For the spicy dipping sauce:

  • 60 g sour cream (1/4 cup)
  • 40 g mayonnaise (about 3 heaping teaspoons)
  • 30 g tomato paste or ketchup (2 generous teaspoons)
  • 3 garlic cloves, finely pressed
  • 1 small pickle, finely chopped
  • 5-6 pitted green olives, minced
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Step-by-step Cooking Instructions

1. Prepare the chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized chunks. In a bowl, whisk the eggs with water, then season with salt, the chicken spice mix, both paprikas, and more salt if you want extra flavor.

2. Set up your dredging station: Put the flour in a wide, shallow dish. Arrange your chicken, egg wash, and flour side by side for easy coating.

3. Coat the chicken: Dip each chicken piece first in the egg mixture, then toss in the flour. Make sure each piece is fully coated for maximum crunch.

4. Fry: Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan to 180°C (356°F). Fry the chicken in batches, avoiding overcrowding. Cook each piece for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Drain on a plate lined with paper towels to keep things extra crunchy.

5. Mix the spicy dipping sauce: In a small bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, tomato paste or ketchup, pressed garlic, finely chopped pickle, and olives. Season with salt and pepper and mix well to make a tangy, slightly spicy sauce.

Serving Suggestions

Pile your crisp, hot chicken bites onto a platter and serve with the zesty sauce on the side. For the full fast-food vibe, add fries, coleslaw, or wrap the bites with lettuce in a tortilla for a handheld treat.

Want a visual walkthrough? Check out this step-by-step video for perfect, crispy chicken bites:

Tips for Ultra-Crunchy Chicken

  • For extra crunch, double-dip: after the first flour coating, dip the chicken back into the egg mix and flour a second time.
  • Try adding dried herbs like oregano or thyme to your flour for more flavor.
  • Prefer a lighter option? Bake the bites at 200°C (390°F) for 20 minutes, though nothing truly beats the crunch of frying.

With this recipe, you'll discover just how simple it is to make irresistible crispy chicken bites at home—no trip to KFC required. Enjoy every bite!

Source: https://recepten.servi.tn/krokante-kipstukjes-beter-dan-kfc/