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Crispy Coconut Chicken

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  • Author: Shelly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Chicken
  • Method: Stove Top
  • Cuisine: Dinner

Description

You’re going to love crispy coconut chicken! Made with only a handful of pantry ingredients, this chicken recipe is packed with sweet and spicy flavor.


Ingredients

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  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups sweetened flaked coconut
  • 3/4 cups panko crumbs
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne (optional)
  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless chicken breasts, cut into strips
  • vegetable oil for frying
  • Sweet Red Chili Sauce for dipping (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl whisk together the eggs, milk, and sriracha sauce. Set aside.
  2. In a medium, shallow dish combine the coconut, panko, salt, pepper, and cayenne.
  3. Dip the chicken strips in the egg mixture to coat, and then into the coconut mixture, coating completely. Transfer the chicken strips onto a plate and repeat the process with all the strips.
  4. Turn the oven on to the lowest (or warm) setting, this is usually 160°F. Line a large baking sheet with paper towels and set aside.
  5. In 10- inch frying pan fill the pan 1/3- inch deep with vegetable oil. Heat the oil over medium heat until it reaches a temperature of 375°, or until small bubbles form when the back of a wooden spoon is placed in the oil. In batches place the chicken in the pan, careful not to crowd the pan. Fry 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. When the chicken is done, transfer to the paper towel-lined baking sheet and place in the oven to stay warm. Repeat with all the chicken.
  7. Serve warm with dipping sauce, if desired.

Notes

I usually double this recipe for my family of 6.

Option to Bake: Bake chicken at 400°F for 25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size:
  • Calories: 509
  • Sugar: 4.1 g
  • Sodium: 927.2 mg
  • Fat: 26.4 g
  • Carbohydrates: 22.5 g
  • Protein: 46.2 g
  • Cholesterol: 217.4 mg
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