CARIBBEAN COCONUT CHICKEN BITES

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This recipe translates into finger food and hors d'oeuvres as easily as it is served for a main course.

Provided by Jerri Reed

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Tapas

Time 1h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 thin slices prosciutto
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - pounded to 1/4-inch thickness
1 ripe mango - peeled and cut into eight 1-inch wide strips
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon curry powder
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon finely crumbled dried thyme
2 eggs, beaten
2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
vegetable oil for deep frying, or as needed
1 lime, juiced
1 lime, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Place a prosciutto slice on each chicken breast. Trim prosciutto to fit inside the chicken breast with a 1/2-inch border of chicken.
  • Place 2 slices mango in the center of each prosciutto slice.
  • Roll the chicken breast lengthwise to completely enclose the mango and prosciutto. Tuck and pinch the ends to seal rolls tightly.
  • Arrange chicken rolls on a baking sheet and refrigerate until very firm, about 30 minutes.
  • Combine flour, salt, curry powder, black pepper, and thyme in a bowl. Pour mixture onto a plate.
  • Pour beaten eggs onto a separate plate.
  • Sprinkle coconut onto a third plate.
  • Slice chicken rolls into 1 to 1 1/2-inch pieces.
  • Roll chicken in the flour mixture and shake off any excess flour.
  • Coat chicken in the beaten egg until completely covered; allow excess egg to drip off.
  • Roll chicken in coconut.
  • Arrange the coated chicken rolls on a plate in a single layer. Cover and refrigerate to allow coating to set, 15 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Heat enough vegetable oil in a deep, heavy skillet to immerse chicken rolls. Turn heat to medium.
  • Fry half the chicken rolls in the hot oil until golden brown, about 4 minutes.
  • Remove chicken rolls with a slotted spoon and drain on several layers of paper towels. Repeat with remaining chicken rolls.
  • Place chicken rolls on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, about 10 minutes.
  • Splash chicken rolls with lime juice and serve alongside lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.1 calories, Carbohydrate 22.1 g, Cholesterol 83.2 mg, Fat 30 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 17.9 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Sodium 270.3 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

Arshad Rahman
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This is the best Caribbean coconut chicken recipe I've ever tried. It's easy to make and the results are amazing.


Hassan Mutyaba
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I'm not usually a fan of coconut, but this recipe changed my mind. The coconut sauce is simply delicious.


Harry Mirza
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Hanan Esmael
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I've tried many Caribbean coconut chicken recipes, but this one is by far the best. The chicken bites are always cooked perfectly and the coconut sauce is divine.


Sas
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken bites are done in no time, and the coconut sauce is super easy to make.


Rajendra Mahara
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The chicken bites are crispy and flavorful, and the coconut sauce is creamy and sweet.


Aqsa Awan
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken bites are tender and juicy, and the coconut sauce is the perfect complement.


Joe Boswell
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken bites are so crispy and the coconut sauce is to die for.


Zafar ullah Gabool
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This is my go-to recipe for chicken bites. They're always a crowd-pleaser.


ging gingot
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I love this recipe! The chicken bites are always juicy and the coconut sauce is so flavorful.


Gjk Kkk
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I especially liked the crispy coconut coating on the chicken bites.


Jennifer Adamu
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the chicken bites and the coconut sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Mahi yemira
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The chicken bites were crispy on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside. The coconut sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and savory.