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Longhorn Spicy Chicken Bites Recipe

Millie Rose
This Longhorn Spicy Chicken Bites Recipe is crispy, juicy and full of bold flavor. It tastes spicy, smoky and slightly tangy. If you love restaurant-style snacks, this is perfect for you.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g chicken breast bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornflour
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Oil for frying
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter

Instructions
 

Prepare the Chicken

  • Cut chicken breast into small bite-sized pieces. Make sure pieces are even in size. This helps them cook evenly. Pat them dry with paper towels. This step helps the coating stick better later.

Make the Marinade

  • In a bowl, mix buttermilk, egg, salt, and half of the spices. Add chicken pieces into the mixture. Stir well. Let it rest for at least 15 minutes. This makes chicken soft and flavorful.

Prepare the Coating

  • In another bowl, mix flour, cornflour, paprika, chili powder, garlic powder and black pepper. This dry mix will create a crispy coating. Make sure spices are evenly combined for consistent flavor.

Coat the Chicken

  • Take marinated chicken pieces and coat them in the flour mixture. Press lightly so coating sticks well. Shake off extra flour. Repeat until all pieces are well coated and ready for frying.

Fry the Chicken

  • Heat oil in a deep pan. Fry chicken pieces in batches. Cook until golden brown and crispy. This takes about 5 to 7 minutes per batch. Remove and place on paper towels.

Add Spicy Sauce

  • In a small bowl, mix hot sauce and melted butter. Toss fried chicken bites in the sauce. Make sure every piece is coated evenly. Serve immediately for best taste and crispiness.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for juicier bites
  • Double coat for extra crispiness
  • Adjust chili powder for spice level
  • Air fry instead of deep frying
  • Add honey for sweet spicy flavor
  • Use smoked paprika for deeper taste
Keyword Longhorn Spicy Chicken Bites Recipe