Description
Crunchy Coconut Chicken is a delicious and crispy dish that combines the flavors of coconut and chicken for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of shredded coconut and breadcrumbs.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, then dip in the egg, and finally coat with the coconut-breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat and fry the chicken until golden brown on both sides.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking sheet and bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For a healthier option, you can bake the chicken instead of frying.
- Feel free to add spices to the coconut-breadcrumb mixture for extra flavor.
- Serve with a side of salad or rice for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying and Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Crunchy Coconut Chicken, Chicken Recipe, Coconut Chicken