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Crispy Coconut Chicken with Bang Bang Sauce: The Ultimate Guide to a Flavor Explosion


  • Author: Hannah

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken tenders

  • 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut

  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

  • Vegetable oil (for frying)

Bang Bang Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise

  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce

  • 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)

  • 1 teaspoon honey


Instructions

Prepare Bang Bang Sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey. Set aside.

Prepare Breading Stations:
In one bowl, combine flour, salt, and pepper. In a second bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, mix shredded coconut and panko breadcrumbs.

Bread the Chicken:
Dredge each chicken tender in flour mixture, then dip into beaten eggs, and finally coat with the coconut-panko mixture pressing gently to adhere.

Fry Chicken:
Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken tenders in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3–4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

 

Serve:
Plate crispy coconut chicken with bang bang sauce on the side for dipping or drizzling.