Popeye's Popcorn Shrimp and Chicken

Submitted by Member 610488

"This is a copycat recipe of Popeye's Popcorn Shrimp and Chicken (Tender, crispy shrimp and chicken seasoned in Louisiana herbs and spices then served up crispy). For spicy, double the cayenne pepper and for cajun, add the cajun seasoning."

 

• Ready In: 45mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Serves: 1

ingredients

• 1⁄2 lb peeled shrimp
• 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite sized pieces
• 6 cups vegetable oil or 6 cups olive oil, for frying
• 2⁄3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 2 tablespoons white pepper
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 3 eggs
• 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning (optional)

directions

1. Heat oil in a deep fryer or in a deep cast iron skillet on the stove to 350 degrees F. Use a digital thermometer to check the temperature.
2. Combine the flour, salt, peppers, paprika and cajun seasoning, if using,in a bowl. In another bowl, break eggs and beat until well blended.
3. Dip each piece of shrimp/chicken into eggs; then coat generously with the flour mixture. Drop each piece into the hot oil and fry for 15 to 25 minutes or until the shrimp/chicken is a dark golden brown. Drain shrimp/chicken on paper towels and serve warm.

Reviews

[Fiona L.]

I've never tasted Popeye's myself (as an ex-pat Kiwi living in WV), however my husband remembers it growing up and travelling with his family to Myrtle Beach. They'd stop at a Popeye's on the way there and on the way back. He says that this recipe I found tastes just the way he remembers it! We usually use it as a seasoning for chicken sandwiches, so the 'heat' is a bit muted against the greater amount of chicken. I sometimes bring it as popcorn chicken to work in a slow cooker so it can keep at a good temperature throughout the day - of course it only lasts a couple of hours!