Crispy Coconut Chicken Tenders
Crispy Coconut Chicken Tenders are a delightful twist on a classic favorite that the whole family will love. With their juicy chicken center wrapped in a crunchy coconut and panko coating, these tenders offer a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. They are quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish, making them ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends. Serve them with a zesty sweet chili dipping sauce for an unforgettable taste experience that will have everyone coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken tenderloins (or chicken breasts, cut into strips)
- ½ cup flour
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons water
- ⅔ cup shredded sweetened coconut flakes
- ⅔ cup panko bread crumbs
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare your breading station with bowls for flour mixture (flour, chili powder, salt, pepper), egg wash (eggs and water), coconut flakes, and panko breadcrumbs.
- Coat each chicken tender first in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg wash, and finally roll in the coconut and panko mixture until fully coated.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the tenders in batches for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer cooked tenders to a wire rack to drain excess oil. Serve warm with sweet chili sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tenders (120g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
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