Coconut Chicken Tenders
Transform weeknight dinners with these easy Coconut-Crusted Chicken Tenders. A tropical escape on a plate made quick and delicious!
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 pound chicken tenders
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 whole large egg
- 1 1/2 cup shredded coconut unsweetened
- 3 Tablespoons oil for frying
Instructions
- Set up a breading station with 3 shallow bowls. Place flour, salt, and cayenne pepper in 1 bowl. In another bowl beat together buttermilk and egg. In a third bowl, place the shredded coconut.
- Dip chicken into flour, shaking off any excess. Dip into egg mixture, and then into the coconut; pressing to evenly coat. Place on a baking sheet.
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add oil to the pan, swirl to coat. Add chicken, and cook about 4-5 minutes per side, until fully cooked through.
- Serve with a favorite dipping sauce
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Notes
Frying oil - use whatever neutral oil you like. Vegetable Oil, Canola Oil or Avocado all work well. Or bring out the coconut flavor and use coconut oil.
Bake - Add them to a preheated 375°F oven for about 20-25 minutes, turning them halfway through for an equally delicious, healthier option.
Air Fryer - Add them to your Air Fryer cook at 400º for about 10 minutes, flipping half way through.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 593kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 37g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Cholesterol: 138mg | Sodium: 913mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 17g
