Description
This crispy coconut cornflake chicken is crunchy, juicy, and packed with flavor. Baked or air-fried to golden perfection and served with a creamy, sweet-spicy Bang Bang sauce, it’s a restaurant-quality dish made easy at home.
Ingredients
- For the chicken:
- 500 g boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into strips
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 cups cornflakes, finely crushed
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Cooking spray or 2 tablespoons neutral oil
- For the Bang Bang sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon chili sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar or white vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper. Lightly grease with oil or cooking spray.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder; the second with whisked eggs and water; the third with shredded coconut, crushed cornflakes, and paprika.
- Dredge each chicken strip in flour, then dip in egg mixture, and coat with the coconut-cornflake mixture.
- Place chicken strips on the prepared tray. Spray or brush the tops with oil.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and cooked through (internal temp 75°C / 165°F).
- Meanwhile, whisk together all Bang Bang sauce ingredients until smooth.
- Serve chicken hot with Bang Bang sauce for dipping or drizzling.
Notes
- Air fry at 190°C (375°F) for 14–16 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Use sweetened shredded coconut for extra sweetness.
- Add cayenne to the coating or more chili sauce for added heat.
- Chicken thighs can be used for a juicier result.
- Use gluten-free flour if needed for a gluten-free version.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
