Caribbean Coconut Chicken With Honey Mustard Sauce

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 1
A delicious Caribbean Coconut Chicken recipe with a sweet twist: Honey Mustard Sauce
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons sugar
2 cups flaked coconut
1 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup flour
2 eggs , beaten
1/4 cup water
vegetable oil ( for deep frying )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
488
Sugar
16g
Fat
27g
This Caribbean-inspired dish puts a tropical twist on classic fried chicken. Lightly coated in cornstarch, flour, and flaked coconut, the crispy chicken is sweet and juicy on the inside, and perfectly crispy on the outside. Served with a homemade honey mustard sauce, the flavors of this dish are the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. This recipe provides a new take on chicken that is perfect for any family meal or gathering. And for those that want a more authentic Caribbean experience, try serving with a side of rice and beans. So, get your apron on, and let’s get cooking!

Instructions

1.In a medium bowl, mix together salt, sugar, cornstarch and flour.
2.In another bowl whisk together the beaten eggs and water.
3.Dip each chicken breast into the egg mixture and then into the coconut mixture to coat.
4.In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
5.Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
6.Place the cooked chicken on a paper towel to cool.
7.In a small mixing bowl whisk together the honey mustard sauce ingredients (honey mustard, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt) and serve as a dipping sauce with the chicken.

PROS

This dish is a great tropical twist on an already beloved recipe.

The lightly fried chicken is perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.

The sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce is perfect to balance the flavors.

CONS

As this dish is deep-fried, it is not the healthiest choice.

It is also important to note that while incredibly delicious, this meal is not particularly unique in terms of ingredients or cooking technique.

Those who do not enjoy coconut may not like the taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not particularly healthy, coconut may have some health benefits.
Coconut contains fiber and manganese, which have been linked to supporting digestive health and reducing inflammation.
Honey mustard has also been known to have antibacterial properties and can be a good source of protein and fiber when made with quality ingredients.

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