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Crunchy Coconut Chicken

Crunchy Coconut Chicken: 5 Reasons You’ll Crave This Dish

A crispy and flavorful coconut chicken dish perfect for dinner.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb chicken fillets, cut into strips
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mix of coconut, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  4. Dredge each chicken strip in flour, then dip in eggs, and finally coat with the coconut mixture.
  5. Place the coated chicken strips on the baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in coconut milk before coating.
  • Adjust the spices in the coconut mixture to your taste.
  • Serve with a side salad or rice.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Tropical
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Crunchy Coconut Chicken, Coconut Chicken, Crispy Chicken