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Crispy Coconut Chicken

A quick and delicious dinner recipe featuring chicken coated in crispy coconut and breadcrumbs, perfect for busy nights and special gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Coating
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup shredded coconut (unsweetened) for that perfect crunch!
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Spices
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Frying
  • as needed cooking oil for frying

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In one bowl, whisk the eggs until bubbly.
  3. In a second bowl, mix the flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. In a third bowl, combine the shredded coconut with the breadcrumbs.
Dredging
  1. Dip each piece of chicken into the flour mixture, then the egg wash, and finally roll it in the coconut-breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
Frying
  1. Heat about half an inch of cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Carefully add the breaded chicken pieces to the hot oil, frying them until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per side.
Serving
  1. Transfer the chicken to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
  2. Arrange the crispy coconut chicken on a serving platter and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

For an extra coconutty kick, add some finely chopped nuts or a bit of coconut milk to the egg wash. Serve over rice or with a salad to complete the meal. Leftovers can be used in wraps or salads.