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! How could you possibly go wrong with the recipe that is ready fast and tastes amazing?The Panko mixed with coconut flakes gets so crispy on the outside while keeping the chicken tender and juicy. My kids are obsessed.
About Time - Prep Time 5 MinsCook Time 10 MinsTotal Time 15 Mins
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken tenders (about 5 pre-cut pieces)1 Tablespoon vegetable oil. I use Avocado oil.1 Large Egg1/4 cup Buttermilk (or Half and Half)1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper, or to taste1/2 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 oilHomemade 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 pankoIn a medium bowl add chicken strips, oil, salt and pepper to taste and seasoning. Coat well to combineDip 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 neededPreheat air fryer to 360F/180C on air fry settingCarefully 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 brownServe with your favourite dipping sauce. Delicious
EQUIPMENT
air fryer
- 1 pound chicken tenders about 5 pre-cut pieces1 Tablespoon vegetable oil. I use Avocado oil.1 Large Egg1/4 cup Buttermilk or Half and Half1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper or to taste1/2 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 oilHomemade chipotle sauce for dipping optional.
- In a medium bowl whisk together egg and buttermilk.In a medium shallow dish combine the coconut flakes and pankoIn a medium bowl add chicken strips, oil, salt and pepper to taste and seasoning. Coat well to combineDip 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 neededPreheat air fryer to 360F/180C on air fry settingCarefully 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 brownServe with your favourite dipping sauce. Delicious
