Coconut Breaded Chicken

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Coconut Breaded Chicken

This Paleo Coconut Breaded Chicken recipe is a perfect choice for anyone looking for a healthy and flavorful dinner option. Made with wholesome ingredients, it's a delicious and nutritious meal that everyone will love.

Course Main Course, Main Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword coconut breaded chicken, coconut chicken, paleo coconut breaded chicken, paleo coconut chicken

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 8

Total Time 18

Servings

Calories 354kcal

Cost $10

Equipment

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1" strips
½ cup coconut flakes
½ cup coconut flour
2 eggs
2 tablespoon Cooking fat beef tallow, lard, bacon grease, or ghee
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine ½ cup of coconut flakes and ½ cup of coconut flour. Initially season with 1 teaspoon each of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
½ cup coconut flakes, ½ cup coconut flour, Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
In a separate bowl, whisk 2 eggs thoroughly.
2 eggs
Dip each chicken strip first into the egg mixture, then coat it evenly in the mixture of coconut flakes and coconut flour.
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
In a frying pan, heat cooking fat over medium-high temperature until hot. Add the coated chicken strips to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until the exterior is golden brown and the interior is fully cooked. Check that the internal temperature of the chicken reaches the safe minimum of 165°F.
2 tbsp Cooking fat
If more seasoning is needed, add additional sea salt or freshly ground black pepper to the chicken strips.

Notes

Make sure to use unsweetened coconut flakes to remain paleo.
Serve with a homemade mayonnaise dipping sauce or any favorite paleo sauce. Primal Kitchen products are an excellent choice.
Prepare the chicken in large batches, then lash freeze before cooking. Once frozen, put it into a freezer storage bag. Date and label, then store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight then cook, or fry from frozen.

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