Crispy, flavourful, and coated in a sweet-and-spicy glaze, this Korean-Style Popcorn Chicken is a crowd-pleaser that’s perfect as a snack, appetizer, or paired with rice for a full meal. Using Nutrafarms’ farm-fresh, pastured chicken, this dish takes on an even richer flavour with the highest quality ingredients. Ready to bring a taste of Korea to your table? Let’s get cooking!
🛒 Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
- 2 lbs Nutrafarms pastured chicken breast, cubed
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 1 egg
- 40g cornstarch
- Tempura bits or breadcrumbs
For the Sauce:
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 3 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
🔥 Instructions:
1️⃣ Marinate the Chicken:
In a bowl, mix cubed chicken with black pepper, soy sauce, and egg. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes to infuse flavour.
2️⃣ Coat and Fry
Coat the marinated chicken pieces with cornstarch and tempura bits (or breadcrumbs). Deep-fry in hot oil at 350°F (175°C) until golden brown and crispy. Remove and let excess oil drain on a paper towel.
3️⃣ Make the Sauce
In a small pan, combine soy sauce, water, ketchup, gochujang, rice vinegar, honey, and brown sugar. Bring to a simmer and stir until thickened (about 5 minutes).
4️⃣ Toss and Serve
Toss the crispy chicken in the warm sauce until evenly coated. Serve immediately with steamed rice and enjoy!
🐔 Why Choose Nutrafarms Pastured Chicken?
When it comes to cooking high-quality meals, the ingredients matter. Nutrafarms provides free-range, pasture-raised chicken, ensuring:
✔ No added hormones or antibiotics
✔ Ethically raised on Ontario farms
✔ Superior taste and texture compared to conventional chicken
Upgrade your meals with the best farm-to-table meats in Ontario. Learn more about Nutrafarms’ pastured chicken here:
🍽️ Final Thoughts
This Korean-Style Popcorn Chicken is the perfect balance of crispy texture and bold flavours, thanks to the rich, umami-packed sauce. Whether you're serving it as a snack or a full meal, it’s sure to be a hit at your table!
For the best quality chicken, we always recommend using Nutrafarms' pastured chicken—raised without hormones or antibiotics, ensuring a healthier and more delicious meal.
