Description
Crispy Coconut Chicken Tenders are a delightful twist on a classic favorite that everyone will love. Coated in a crunchy blend of panko breadcrumbs, sweet coconut flakes, and a hint of chili powder, these tenders are incredibly juicy and bursting with flavor. Whether you’re frying or baking them, they make for an excellent appetizer, main dish, or even a satisfying lunch wrapped in tortillas. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up these crispy delights that are perfect for family dinners, parties, or weeknight meals. Serve them with sweet chili sauce for a delicious dipping experience that will leave your guests craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken tenderloins
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 2 eggs
- â…” cup shredded sweetened coconut flakes
- â…” cup panko breadcrumbs
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Set up your coating station with shallow bowls for flour mixture, egg wash, coconut flakes, and panko breadcrumbs.
- In the first bowl, mix flour with chili powder. In the second bowl, whisk together eggs and water or milk.
- Coat each chicken tender in the flour mixture, followed by the egg wash, then roll in coconut flakes and panko until fully covered.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the tenders in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain excess oil on paper towels and serve warm with sweet chili sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 chicken tenders (120g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 160mg