Coconut Chicken Bites

Submitted by crazycookinmama

"By Linda Schwartz of Bertrand, Nebraska. So amazingly delicious."

 

• Ready In: 50mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Yields: 3 Dozen

ingredients

• 2 cups flaked coconut
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 3⁄4 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 3/4 inch pieces
• 1⁄2 cup all-purpose flour
• oil, for deep-frying
• 1 teaspoon celery salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cumin

directions

1. In a blender or food processor, process coconut until finely chopped. Transfer to a bowl and set aside. In another bowl, combine egg and milk.
2. Toss chicken with flour; dip in egg mixture, then in coconut. Place in a single layer on a baking sheet. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
3. In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat 2 inches of oil to 375°. Fry chicken, a few pieces at time, for 1-1 1/2 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
4. Drain on paper towels; place in a bowl. Sprinkle with celery salt, garlic powder and cumin; toss to coat. Serve warm.

Reviews

[petlover]

Delicious and very easy to make-i made these as directed! Thanks crazycookinmama for the winner!.