Description
Crispy Coconut Chicken Tenders are a flavorful delight, perfect for a snack or meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
- In a second shallow bowl, beat the eggs.
- In a third bowl, combine the shredded coconut and panko breadcrumbs.
- Dip each chicken tender first into the flour mixture, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Shake off any excess flour, then dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off.
- Finally, coat the chicken tender in the coconut and panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- In a large skillet, heat about 1/4 inch of vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Once hot, carefully add the coated chicken tenders in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
- Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For a healthier version, bake the chicken tenders at 400°F for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Try adding spices like curry powder or lime zest to the coconut mixture for a unique flavor twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg