Korean-Style Popcorn Chicken Recipe
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:
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
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.