Tropical Twist Chicken Tenders

Indulge in a taste of the tropics with these easy breezy Tropical Twist Chicken Tenders! A crispy coconut-almond coating adds a delicious twist to classic tenders. Just fry, bake, and savor the flavors of paradise!

Recipes > Tropical Twist Chicken Tenders

10 Minutes

Prep Time

15 Minutes

Cook Time

Servings

Ingredients

1 lb chicken tenders
1 cup shredded coconut
1/2 cup almond meal
2 eggs
2 tbsp coconut oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In one bowl, mix shredded coconut, almond meal, salt, and pepper.
In another bowl, beat eggs.
Dip each chicken tender in the egg, then coat it with the coconut-almond mixture.
Heat coconut oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Fry coated chicken tenders until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Transfer browned chicken tenders to the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until fully cooked and crispy.
Serve hot and enjoy these simple and delicious tenders!