Coconut Crusted Chicken Tenders With Sweet Chili Sauce

Coconut Crusted Chicken Tenders with Sweet Chili Sauce is a delightful Anguillan dish that combines the tropical flavors of coconut with a hint of heat from the sweet chili sauce. It's a perfect blend of crispy and tender, making it a favorite for both kids and adults.

Coconut Crusted Chicken Tenders With Sweet Chili Sauce

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken tenders
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the stovetop to medium heat.
  2. Season the chicken tenders with salt and pepper.
  3. Coat each chicken tender in flour, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with shredded coconut.
  4. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan and cook the chicken tenders for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Serve the coconut crusted chicken tenders with sweet chili sauce for dipping.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
320
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Frying pan Tongs Plate

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the coconut crusted chicken tenders with a side of steamed vegetables and rice for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra crispy coating, you can double coat the chicken tenders by dipping them in the egg and coconut mixture twice.

Cost

$12