Description
Crispy, golden chicken coated in a delicious coconut breadcrumb crust, perfect for a satisfying meal with a tropical twist.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/4 cup flour
2 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a shallow bowl, combine the shredded coconut, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- In another shallow bowl, place the flour. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs.
- Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, dip it into the egg, and then coat it in the coconut mixture. Press gently to ensure the coating sticks well.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, cook the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking sheet and finish baking in the oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as sweet chili sauce or a tangy dipping sauce.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, use coconut flour instead of regular flour and gluten-free panko breadcrumbs.
If you prefer spicier chicken, add cayenne pepper or chili flakes to the coconut breadcrumb mixture.
For quicker cooking, use chicken tenders instead of chicken breasts.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
To reheat, warm the chicken in a 375°F (190°C) oven for 10-15 minutes, finishing under the broiler for extra crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying and Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
