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Crispy Crunchy Coconut Chicken

Crispy Crunchy Coconut Chicken That Will Delight Your Taste Buds

Crispy Crunchy Coconut Chicken is a Thai-inspired dish that transforms any evening into a tropical getaway with its delightful flavors.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Turkey cutlets can be used for a leaner option.
  • 1 cup Canned Coconut Milk Fresh coconut milk is a great substitute if available.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice If lime isn’t on hand, lemon juice works too.
  • 2 tablespoons Fish Sauce Substitute with soy sauce for a vegetarian take.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Feel free to use gluten-free flour.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Essential for achieving that crispy layer.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Use less if you’re utilizing regular salt.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground adds a nice touch.
  • 2 large Large Eggs For a vegan option, consider an egg replacer.
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Regular breadcrumbs can work in a pinch.
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Shredded Coconut Avoid sweetened coconut for this recipe.
  • Vegetable Oil Vegetable Oil Coconut oil adds an extra coconut essence.
For the Spicy Mayo
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can offer a healthy alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust the amounts to suit your palate.
  • 1 teaspoon Honey Adds sweetness.
For the Salad
  • 2 cups Napa Cabbage Use other leafy greens if preferred.
  • 1 piece Persian Cucumber Substitute with regular cucumber if needed.
  • 1 piece Avocado Feel free to skip it for a lighter salad.
  • 1 piece Serrano Chile Use less if you prefer milder flavors.
  • Ginger Optional enhancements for dressing.
  • Soy Sauce Optional enhancements for dressing.
  • Additional Fish Sauce Optional enhancements for dressing.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Optional enhancements for dressing.
  • 1 piece Lime Wedges A fresh boost to serve alongside your dish.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Shallow bowls
  • skillet

Method
 

Chicken Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, blend together 1 cup of canned coconut milk, 2 tablespoons of fish sauce, and the juice of one lime. Add the boneless, skinless chicken breasts and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Set up three shallow bowls: Combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour with 1 teaspoon of kosher salt and ½ teaspoon of black pepper in the first bowl; whisk together 2 large eggs in the second bowl; mix 1 cup of panko breadcrumbs with ½ cup of unsweetened shredded coconut in the final bowl.
  3. Dredge each piece of marinated chicken in the flour mixture, dip into the beaten eggs, then coat with the panko-coconut mixture.
  4. Heat ½ inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet and fry chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. In a small bowl, combine ½ cup of mayonnaise with 1 tablespoon of sriracha and 1 teaspoon of honey for the spicy mayo.
  6. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of shredded Napa cabbage, 1 sliced Persian cucumber, and 1 diced avocado with optional serrano chile and drizzle with lime juice, ginger, and soy sauce.
  7. Serve the crispy chicken with the salad, drizzled with spicy mayo, and garnished with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure the oil is properly heated before frying to achieve the desired crispiness. Leftovers can be stored in airtight containers for up to 3 days.

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