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Coconut Crusted Chicken

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Crispy baked chicken tenders with a tropical coconut coating, served with sweet chili dipping sauce.

 

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups crushed cornflakes
  • 1 1/2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup toasted coconut flakes
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce or soy-based seasoning sauce
  • 2 pounds boneless chicken tenders
  • Olive oil
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy-based seasoning sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 small garlic clove, grated
  • 2 teaspoons lime zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pulse cornflakes, coconut, spices, sesame seeds, and salt in a food processor until finely ground. Transfer to a shallow dish.
  3. Whisk eggs and hot sauce in a bowl. Dip chicken in egg mixture, then press into coconut coating.
  4. Arrange coated chicken on baking sheet, brush with olive oil, and bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  5. Meanwhile, whisk together all sauce ingredients until smooth.
  6. Serve hot coconut crusted chicken with dipping sauce on the side.

Notes

Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used, portion sizes, and preparation methods.

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Keywords: coconut chicken, crispy chicken, baked chicken tenders, tropical chicken

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