Crispy Coconut Chicken Tenders
Crispy Coconut Chicken Tenders are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, combining juicy chicken with a delightful crunch from coconut and panko. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, these tenders are quick to prepare and incredibly satisfying. With their sweet and savory flavor profile, they’re not only kid-approved but also versatile enough to serve as an appetizer or main dish. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauce, like sweet chili, for a mouthwatering experience everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
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 (or milk)
- ⅔ cup shredded sweetened coconut flakes
- ⅔ cup panko bread crumbs
- Oil for frying
- Sea salt flakes (optional for garnish)
- Sweet chili sauce (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare your breading station with bowls of flour mixed with chili powder, salt, and pepper; whisked eggs with water; shredded coconut; and panko.
- Dip each chicken tender first in the flour mixture, then in the egg wash, followed by coating it with both coconut flakes and panko.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry each coated tender until golden brown on both sides (about 2-3 minutes each).
- Transfer cooked tenders to a wire rack over paper towels to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tenders (120g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
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