Description
Crispy Coconut Chicken Casserole is a tropical escape for your taste buds. This delightful dish combines tender chicken in a creamy coconut sauce, topped with a crunchy layer of coconut and panko breadcrumbs. It?s perfect for family gatherings or impressing guests, offering rich flavors with effortless preparation. Enjoy this comforting meal any night of the week, and let the irresistible aroma transport you to paradise.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375?F (190?C) and grease a baking dish.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper, then arrange in the prepared dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together coconut milk and garlic powder; pour over the chicken.
- Mix shredded coconut and panko in another bowl; sprinkle on top of the casserole.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg