Barbecue Chicken Poppers
These Barbecue Chicken Poppers are a delicious snack featuring gooey cheese, tender chicken, and zesty barbecue sauce, all wrapped in a crunchy coating.
Servings: 24 poppers
Ingredients
Chicken Mixture
- 2.5 cups chopped rotisserie chicken From one store-bought rotisserie chicken
- ⅓ cup barbecue sauce
- 1.75 cups sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
- ⅓ cup freshly sliced scallions
- Salt and pepper To taste
Breading Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 cups panko bread crumbs
- Oil for frying Preferably canola or vegetable oil
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped chicken with the barbecue sauce, shredded cheese, and scallions. Mix well and season with salt and pepper.
- Step 2: Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko bread crumbs.
- Step 3: Take small portions of the chicken mixture and shape them into small balls or patties, aiming for about 24 poppers.
- Step 4: Coat each chicken ball in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and roll in panko bread crumbs.
- Step 5: Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the poppers for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Step 6: Serve warm with extra barbecue sauce for dipping.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Deep Skillet
- Shallow Bowls
- Slotted Spoon
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat in the oven for best results.