Crispy Coconut Chicken Tenders
Delight in these Crispy Coconut Chicken Tenders, featuring a crunchy coconut and breadcrumb coating with juicy chicken. Perfect as an appetizer or main dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free Option Available
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat, about 1/2 inch depth.
- Blend the all-purpose flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in one bowl.
- Whisk the eggs in another bowl until creamy.
- Combine shredded coconut and breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
- Dredge the chicken tenders in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
- Dip the floured tenders in the egg mixture.
- Coat the tenders in the coconut-breadcrumb mix, pressing gently.
- Fry the tenders for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve with a dipping sauce.
Notes
Ensure oil is hot enough to minimize absorption; fry in batches for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 tenders
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
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