Description
Crispy Coconut Chicken Tenders are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, combining succulent chicken with a delightful crunchy coating of sweet coconut and panko. Perfect for any occasion, these tenders are easy to prepare and can be served as an appetizer, main dish, or party snack. The unique blend of flavors—sweet coconut paired with a hint of chili powder—makes each bite irresistible. Whether you fry them for a golden crunch or bake them for a healthier option, these tenders will quickly become a family favorite. Serve them with an array of dipping sauces like sweet chili, honey mustard, or ranch for an added flavor boost!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken tenderloins
- ½ cup flour
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons water (or milk)
- â…” cup shredded sweetened coconut flakes
- â…” cup panko bread crumbs
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Set up four shallow bowls: mix flour, chili powder, salt, and pepper in one; whisk eggs and water (or milk) in another; place coconut flakes in the third; and fill the fourth with panko bread crumbs.
- Coat each chicken tender by dredging it in flour, dipping it in egg wash, covering it with coconut flakes, and finally rolling it in panko.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat and fry tenders for about 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain on a wire rack before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tenders (120g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 160mg