The Best Little Chicken Bites
I have a soft spot for these crispy chicken bites. They remind me of my grandson, Leo. He calls them “crackly clouds.” I still laugh at that.
They are golden, juicy, and full of flavor. You can make them in just 25 minutes. That is faster than a cartoon show! What is your favorite quick snack to make?
A Little Story from My Kitchen
The first time I made these, I used too much pepper. My husband took one bite. His eyes got very wide. He drank a whole glass of water!
Now I am more careful with the pepper. This matters because cooking is about sharing joy. We want everyone to enjoy the food, not need a fire hose! *Fun fact:* The panko breadcrumbs come from Japan. They are extra flaky and make everything extra crispy.
Let’s Get Our Hands Dirty
First, cut your chicken into little pieces. Think of them as bite-sized treasures. Then, you will set up three bowls for coating.
One has flour and spices. One has buttermilk and a dash of hot sauce. The last has the panko breadcrumbs. Doesn’t that smell amazing already? Do you like to get your hands messy when you cook?