Description
Crispy Coconut Chicken Strips are a deliciously crunchy treat that brings the taste of the tropics to your table. Coated in unsweetened coconut flakes and fried to golden perfection, these tender chicken strips make for an irresistible appetizer or a family-friendly dinner. Serve them alongside zesty dipping sauces for a flavor-packed experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking.
- Cut the chicken breasts into strips approximately 1 inch wide.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour mixed with salt and pepper, one with beaten eggs, and one with coconut flakes.
- Dip each chicken strip in the flour, then the egg wash, and finally roll it in coconut flakes until fully coated.
- For frying, heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry each strip for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- For baking, place the strips on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Frying/Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 strips (120g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 120mg