Coconut Tenders Recipe
30 pieces (1/2 Bucket), 75 pieces (Bucket), 150 pieces (Party Bucket)
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Ingredients
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Coconut Tenders Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
In a bowl, mix buttermilk, salt, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper. Add chicken tenders and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
- 3
Coat the Chicken
Remove each chicken tender from the marinade, letting excess liquid drip off. Dredge each tender in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and finally coat with coconut flakes.
- 4
Fry the Tenders
In a large frying pan, heat cooking oil over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken tenders in batches, cooking for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
- 5
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, transfer the coconut tenders to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
