Ingredients
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3/4 teaspoon paprika
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon buttermilk
- 2 1/4 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 pounds skinless ,boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Preferred dipping sauce for serving
- Neutral oil for frying
Instructions
- In one bowl, combine the flour, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. In a second bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk. In a third bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Dip each chicken piece in the flour mixture, then in the egg wash, and finally press it into the panko mixture so that it is well coated.
- Heat oil to 350°F in a large saucepan. Fry chicken in batches for 3-5 minutes until cooked through, checking that the center reaches 165°F. Drain on paper towels and serve with preferred sauce.
