🍗🥭🥥🔥 Coconut Mango Chicken Tenders
🍽️ Servings:
4 servings
⏰ Time:
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 15–20 min
Total: 30–35 min
🛒 Ingredients:
1 lb (450g) chicken tenders or chicken breast strips 🍗
1 cup shredded sweetened coconut 🥥
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs, beaten 🥚
1/2 tsp salt 🧂
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp paprika (optional, for a little kick) 🌶️
1 ripe mango, diced small 🥭
2 tbsp honey 🍯
1 tbsp lime juice 🍈
1 tbsp chopped cilantro (optional) 🌿
Oil for frying or baking spray
🔥 Instructions:
1. Prep the breading station 🍴
Set up three shallow bowls:
One with flour mixed with salt, pepper, and paprika.
One with beaten eggs.
One with shredded coconut and panko mixed together.
2. Coat the chicken tenders 🍗
Dredge each chicken strip in the seasoned flour, shaking off excess.
Dip into the beaten eggs, then coat thoroughly with the coconut-panko mixture.
Press gently to help the coating stick well.
3. Cook the chicken 🔥
Frying Method: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry tenders for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
Baking Method: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place tenders on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spray lightly with cooking spray. Bake for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and cooked through.
4. Make the mango drizzle 🥭🍯
In a small bowl, mix diced mango, honey, and lime juice.
Mash lightly with a fork to release some juices but keep it a little chunky.
Stir in chopped cilantro if using.
5. Serve and enjoy 🍽️
Serve the hot coconut chicken tenders with a generous spoonful of mango drizzle over the top or on the side for dipping!
✨ Extra Tips:
Want it spicier? Add a pinch of cayenne to the flour or a few drops of hot sauce to the mango drizzle! 🌶️
Crunch factor: Toast the shredded coconut slightly in a dry pan before mixing with the panko for even deeper flavor. 🔥
Perfect pair: These tenders go amazing with coconut rice or a fresh green salad! 🥥🍚🥗
🌟 Tropical, crispy, and bursting with flavor:
These Coconut Mango Chicken Tenders 🍗🥭🥥🔥 bring sunshine to your plate with every bite — a perfect appetizer, snack, or main dish that everyone will devour!