Ingredients
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1 pound boneless chicken breast tenderloins or skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch thick strips
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3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
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3 tablespoons flour
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1 large egg
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1 1/2 teaspoons Sriracha
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1 cup panko bread crumbs
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1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
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2 tablespoons sesame seeds
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1/2 teaspoon paprika
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 tablespoon olive oil
Dipping Sauce
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1/3 cup mayonnaise
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1/4 cup Asian sweet chili sauce
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1 tablespoon Sriracha
Directions
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Gather all ingredients.
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Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Place a wire rack in a 18x13-inch rimmed baking sheet. Coat rack with nonstick cooking spray. Sprinkle chicken tenders with 1/2 teaspoon salt, set aside.
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Place flour in a small shallow dish. Whisk together egg and Sriracha in a second shallow dish. Combine panko, shredded coconut, sesame seeds, paprika, garlic powder, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a third shallow dish. Drizzle panko mixture with olive oil and mix until coated evenly.
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One at a time, dip chicken tenders into the flour, shaking off the excess, then dip into the egg mixture to coat. Dredge in the panko mixture, coating all sides and pressing as needed to help it adhere. Place on the prepared rack. Repeat with remaining chicken tenders.
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Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is cooked through (165 degrees F or 74 degrees C) internal temperature) and golden brown, about 15 minutes.
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In a small bowl mix together mayonnaise, Asian sweet chili sauce, and Sriracha.
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Serve chicken tenders hot with dipping sauce and enjoy!
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 623 | Calories |
| 33g | Fat |
| 38g | Carbs |
| 43g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 623 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 33g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat 11g | 54% |
| Cholesterol 151mg | 50% |
| Sodium 975mg | 42% |
| Total Carbohydrate 38g | 14% |
| Dietary Fiber 4g | 14% |
| Total Sugars 12g | |
| Protein 43g | 86% |
| Vitamin C 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium 121mg | 9% |
| Iron 4mg | 23% |
| Potassium 486mg | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
