Baked Popcorn Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Dip

INGREDIENTS

lbs Chicken (3-4 boneless, skinless thighs)

1/4 cup

Butter Milk

1 tsp

Parsley (dried, plus some fresh for garnish)

Egg(s)

1 cup

All-Purpose Flour (for dredging)

1 cup

Breadcrumbs (panko breadcrumbs, for breading)

1 tsp

Paprika (divided)

1/2 tbsp

Lemon (zest)

Salt and Black Pepper

Oil Spray (for baking)

2 tbsp

Parmesan Cheese

1/4 cup

Olive Oil

1 tbsp

Lemon (juice, divided)

1 tsp

Italian Seasoning (or use equals part dried - basil, oregano, marjoram)

1/4 tsp

Red Pepper Flakes (or use more if you like heat)

1 tsp

Sugar

2 tbsp

Creme Fraiche (or use vegetarian mayo)

Garlic (large cloves or 1/2 tsp garlic powder)