Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 unit

vegetable oil cooking spray

as needed

4 unit

chicken breast halves

boneless, skinless

1 tbsp

milk

whole milk

1 unit

egg

large

0.5 cup

fine coconut

unsweetened

1 unit

mango

cubed

1 unit

papaya

cubed

1 tbsp

fresh ginger

grated

0.13 tsp

salt

to taste

0.13 tsp

pepper

to taste

0.5 cup

sour cream

full fat

0.25 cup

milk

whole milk

0.25 cup

shredded coconut

lightly toasted

1 tsp

cornstarch

optional

1 tsp

olive oil

extra virgin

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~2 min

Prepare chicken breasts by pounding them between plastic wrap to an even thickness.

Key Technique: Pounding
Step 3
~2 min

Whisk together egg and milk in a bowl.

Step 4
~2 min

Place fine coconut on a plate.

Step 5
~2 min

Dip each chicken breast in the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with fine coconut.

Step 6
~2 min

Line a cookie sheet with foil and spray generously with vegetable oil cooking spray.

Step 7
~2 min

Lay coated chicken pieces on the prepared cookie sheet in a single layer.

Step 8
~2 min

Spray coated chicken pieces with additional vegetable oil cooking spray.

Step 9
~2 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-30 minutes, or until the chicken is no longer pink inside.

Step 10
~2 min

Turn chicken pieces over after 15 minutes to ensure even cooking and browning.

Step 11
~2 min

If the coconut coating is not browned to your liking, place under the broiler for 2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.

Key Technique: Coating
Step 12
~2 min

Remove the baked chicken to a platter and keep warm.

Step 13
~2 min

Prepare the tropical fruit sauce: Spray a non-stick frying pan with vegetable oil cooking spray.

Step 14
~2 min

Add olive oil to the pan and heat over medium heat.

Step 15
~2 min

Add cubed mango and papaya, and grated fresh ginger to the pan.

Step 16
~2 min

Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Step 17
~2 min

Sauté the fruit mixture for 6-8 minutes, or until softened, then reduce the heat.

Step 18
~2 min

In a separate bowl, whisk together cornstarch (if using) and milk with sour cream until smooth.

Step 19
~2 min

Add the sour cream mixture to the fruit in the frying pan and stir to combine well.

Step 20
~2 min

Slowly bring the sauce to a simmer, then simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until slightly thickened.

Step 21
~2 min

Spoon the hot sauce over the chicken on the platter.

Step 22
~2 min

Sprinkle toasted shredded coconut over the chicken and sauce.

Step 23
~2 min

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Toast coconut flakes for enhanced flavor.

Adjust sweetness of sauce by adding honey or maple syrup.

Marinate chicken beforehand for more intense flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Sauce can be made ahead of time

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice or quinoa.

Add a side of steamed vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coconut rice
Steamed broccoli

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southeast Asia/Caribbean

Cultural Significance

Celebratory dishes often feature tropical fruits

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer parties
Luaus

Occasion Tags

Summer
Dinner Party
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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