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AIR FRYER COCONUT CHICKEN

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Here are some helpful tips for making delicious and crispy coconut chicken in your air fryer:

Preparation:

  1. Choose Unsweetened Coconut: Ensure you’re using unsweetened shredded coconut to prevent burning and maintain a savory flavor profile.
  2. Cut Chicken Evenly: Cut your chicken into pieces of similar thickness for uniform cooking and crispiness.
  3. Double Dip (Optional): For an extra thick and crunchy coating, consider double-dipping the chicken in the egg and coconut mixture.
  4. Don’t Skip the Oil: While air frying utilizes minimal oil, a light spray or brush of high smoke point oil like avocado oil helps achieve optimal browning and a touch of crispness.

Cooking:

  1. Preheat for Even Cooking: Preheating your air fryer for a few minutes before adding the chicken ensures a hot environment for consistent searing and crispy results.
  2. Avoid Overcrowding: Leave space between the chicken pieces in the basket for proper air circulation and even cooking throughout.
  3. Shake or Flip: To promote even browning and crispness, gently shake the basket halfway through cooking or flip the chicken pieces individually.
  4. Cook Time is Key: Cooking time can vary depending on the size and thickness of the chicken pieces. Start with a shorter cooking time and check for doneness with a meat thermometer (internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption).

 

Air Fryer Coconut Chicken Tender

With only 5 minutes of prep time and 10 minutes of cooking time, these homemade chicken strips are so good I usually make a double batch!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine American

Equipment

  • air fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound chicken tenders about 5 pre-cut pieces
  • 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil. I use Avocado oil.
  • 1 Large Egg
  • 1/4 cup Buttermilk or Half and Half
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon seasoning of choice. I used Grill Mates Roasted garlic and herb seasoning.
  • 1 cup sweetened coconut flakes.
  • 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs. Or regular breadcrumbs.
  • Spray oil
  • Homemade chipotle sauce for dipping optional.

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl whisk together egg and buttermilk.
  • In a medium shallow dish combine the coconut flakes and panko
  • In a medium bowl add chicken strips, oil, salt and pepper to taste and seasoning. Coat well to combine
  • Dip the chicken strips in the egg mixture to coat, then place the chicken into the coconut flakes/panko mixture, coating completely. Pour coconut mixture with your fingers if needed
  • Preheat air fryer to 360F/180C on air fry setting
  • Carefully transfer the chicken strips onto air fryer tray/basket. Give them some space. Do not overlap. Work in batches if needed.
  • Air fry mode at 360F/180C for 10-12 minutes, flipping the chicken on the other side half-way through. Or until internal chicken temp reaches 165F, coconut flakes a golden brown
  • Serve with your favourite dipping sauce. Delicious

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