Crispy Coconut Chicken

Step 1

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F and line large baking sheet with unbleached parchment paper or silicone baking mat.

Step 2

Cut chicken breasts into 1 inch wide strips. Set aside.

Step 3

In a shallow bowl, add egg and whisk with a fork. On a large plate, add coconut flakes, flour, garlic powder, salt and pepper; mix well with a fork.

Step 4

Dip both sides of each chicken tender into an egg wash, then coat in coconut flakes mixture and place on a baking sheet. Repeat with remaining meat.

Step 5

Spray chicken fingers with cooking spray and bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown. Depending on the oven, you might have to flip tenders half way. Just keep an eye on it.

Step 6

Coconut crusted chicken tenders are best served right away for maximum crispiness. Kids love these and they are healthy!!!