Description
Crispy Coconut Chicken Tenders are a delightful fusion of sweet and savory that brings joy to any meal. These tender, juicy chicken strips are coated in a delicious blend of crispy panko breadcrumbs and sweet coconut flakes, creating an irresistible crunch with every bite. Perfect for family dinners, game day snacks, or as a flavorful appetizer, these tenders can be paired with your favorite dipping sauces for an extra kick. With a quick preparation time of just 15 minutes and customizable ingredients, you can easily whip up this crowd-pleaser that even picky eaters will adore. Whether fried to golden perfection or baked for a healthier option, these Crispy Coconut Chicken Tenders are sure to impress!
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)
- ⅔ cup shredded sweetened coconut flakes
- ⅔ cup panko breadcrumbs
- oil for frying
Instructions
- Set up four shallow bowls: one with a mixture of flour, chili powder, salt, and pepper; another with whisked eggs and water (or milk); the third with coconut flakes; and the fourth with panko breadcrumbs.
- Coat each chicken tender first in the flour mix, then dip it in the egg wash, roll it in coconut flakes, and finish with panko.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken tenders for about 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer cooked tenders to a wire rack over paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 160mg