Description
Coconut Peach Chicken is a delightful dish that brings a burst of tropical flavors to your table. Tender chicken bites are enveloped in a crunchy coconut and panko crust, perfectly glazed with a sweet and tangy peach sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. Picture succulent morsels paired with fluffy rice, soaking up the luscious glaze—it’s a meal that transforms any gathering into a celebration. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also adaptable, allowing you to experiment with different fruits or spices. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, Coconut Peach Chicken is sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 servings long grain white rice
- 1 boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- ½ cup sweetened shredded coconut
- ½ cup panko bread crumbs
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 cup peach preserves
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
Instructions
- Prepare rice according to package instructions; set aside.
- Season chicken cubes with salt and pepper.
- Set up three bowls: one with seasoned flour, one with the beaten egg, and one with the coconut and panko mixture.
- Dredge each chicken piece in flour, dip in egg, then coat in coconut-panko mixture.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; fry chicken until golden brown on all sides (3–4 minutes each side). Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In a saucepan, combine peach preserves, olive oil, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and garlic over low heat; stir until combined and warmed through.
- Serve chicken over rice, drizzled generously with the peach glaze.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 448
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 108mg