Description
Crispy coconut-crusted chicken fillet cooked in an air fryer for a healthier twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken fillets
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix coconut, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in a bowl.
- Beat the egg in a separate bowl.
- Dip each chicken fillet in the egg, then coat with the coconut mixture.
- Lightly brush the air fryer basket with olive oil.
- Place chicken in the air fryer and cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Check internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 3 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use unsweetened shredded coconut for best results.
- Adjust cooking time based on chicken thickness.
- Serve with a dipping sauce like sweet chili or mango salsa.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken fillet
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: air fryer coconut chicken, crispy chicken, healthy chicken recipe