Crispy Coconut Chicken Tenders
These Crispy Coconut Chicken Tenders are a delicious twist on a classic favorite. Coated with a crispy coconut breading and baked to perfection.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds chicken tenders fresh or thawed
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a shallow bowl, mix the shredded coconut and panko breadcrumbs together.
- Season the chicken tenders with salt and pepper.
- Dip each chicken tender into the beaten eggs, then press into the coconut mixture, ensuring an even coating.
- Place the coated chicken tenders onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown.
Notes
Serve these chicken tenders with your favorite dipping sauce for an extra treat.