These Parmesan Panko Chicken Poppers are perfect for a quick and tasty meal or as an appetizer for parties. The crispy and flavorful coating made with Parmesan cheese and Panko breadcrumbs adds an extra level of deliciousness to the juicy chicken. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, these bite-sized, oven-baked chicken poppers are a crowd-pleaser and are sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Cooking spray
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs.
- In another shallow bowl, mix the Panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat the chicken pieces in flour, then dip them into the whisked eggs.
- Roll the chicken in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Place the coated chicken poppers on a greased baking sheet.
- Lightly spray the chicken poppers with cooking spray to help them brown and crisp up.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
