Description
Tender chicken breast pieces coated in a zesty ranch-infused cornmeal crust and pan-fried to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning powder
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the flour and ranch seasoning powder.
- In a second bowl, beat the eggs until smooth.
- In a third bowl, combine the cornmeal, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Dredge each chicken cube in the flour mixture, shaking off the excess.
- Dip the floured chicken into the beaten eggs until fully coated.
- Press the chicken firmly into the cornmeal mixture until a thick crust forms.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat until bubbling.
- Add chicken bites to the skillet in batches, ensuring they do not touch.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165F.
- Remove from pan and let rest on a paper towel-lined plate for 2 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American