# Crispy Baked Coconut Chicken Tenders With Caribbean Rum Sauce *By James Hills — Updated June 2024*  Chicken Tenders are one of the most versatile menu items out there. The sheer number of options to coat a chicken tenderloin with and sauces to dip it in allow for incredible freedom. Plus, there's the debate of whether to fry it or bake it. For me, I prefer to bake my chicken tenders since while I do enjoy fried foods, baking is so much easier to clean, safer, and healthier. So, with dreams of sunshine and palm trees in my head, I prepared these baked Crispy Crunchy Coconut Chicken Tenders evoking the sweet and spicy Caribbean flavor that I love! ## Crunchy Rainbow Baked Chicken Tenders Recipe Ingredients: This recipe is insanely simple and can be whipped up as a quick and easy family dinner or just a fun snack. Feel free to scale the ingredients accordingly. - 6 [Perdue Harvestland Chicken Tenderloins](https://www.perduefarms.com/mantripping) - 2 cups of shredded coconut - 2 cups of crushed cracker crumbs (I used pita chips) - salt and pepper - 2 tbsp allspice - 2 eggs ### Caribbean Rum BBQ Sauce (scale this according to how much sauce you need)  ### Advantages of Avocado Oil For Grilling and Baking Discover why avocado oil's 500°F smoke point, neutral flavor, and stable nutrients make it the ideal choice for high-temperature cooking, from perfectly seared steaks to evenly baked pastries. ManTripping [Read More](https://ads.flowmediamarketing.com/go/X8E1TihzM23kNkcjVO9Hhw.48) ### Weber Spirit EP-435 Review: Premium 4-Burner Gas Grill Weber Spirit EP-435 4-burner gas grill review: professional Sear Zone, digital thermometer, side burner versatility. Premium build quality and performance analysis for serious outdoor cooks. ManTripping [Read More](https://ads.flowmediamarketing.com/go/X8E1TihzM23kNkcjVO9Hhw.44) ### Cuisinart 6.5" Cast Iron Smashed Burger Press Cuisinart 6.5 inch cast iron burger press for juicy smashed burgers with crispy edges. Works on griddles, skillets and grills. Amazon (affiliate)Cuisinart [Check Price on Amazon](https://ads.flowmediamarketing.com/go/X8E1TihzM23kNkcjVO9Hhw.66) Promoted by FlowAds - 1 part KC style BBQ Sauce - 1 part Orange Marmalade - .5 parts Caribbean Dark Rum Mix BBQ sauce, marmalade, and rum together over low heat in a saucepan to reduce slightly. Add a small dash of corn starch if you need to thicken it. ### Preparation of Crispy Crunchy Coconut Chicken Tenders: These coconut chicken tenders are insanely easy to make. Simply whip up the eggs and spices in a medium bowl then crush the crackers and mix them with the coconut in another pan. I crush them by placing the crackers in a sandwich baggie and "gently" banging on it with a mallet or handle of a large knife (i.e. a cleaver or chef's knife. Dip the [Perdue Harvestland Chicken Tenderloins](https://www.perduefarms.com/mantripping) in the egg wash and then dredge. Make sure to press down firmly on the chicken so that the dredge completely coats the meat and sticks well. If you want to avoid the yellow tinge that you see in the images here, separate the egg yolks from the white. I didn't because I wanted to avoid the extra step, but it does look better should that be preferred. Next, spray the baking rack so that the chicken doesn't stick and place the chicken with plenty of space between each piece. Insert the baking rack into the pre-heated oven at 400 degrees and bake for 12-15 minutes. The coconut should cook to a nice golden brown color with the edges slightly burned. Don't worry, that's not bad - it's just caramelized sugars. Plate your Crispy Crunchy Coconut Chicken Tenders and add some of the Caribbean Rum BBQ sauce for dipping. There you go, another fun and easy to make recipe that you can do for a snack or prepare for a family dinner. Make sure to buy ***Perdue Harvestland Chicken Breast Tenderloins*** online. When you use my URL, [PerdueFarms.com/mantripping](https://www.perduefarms.com/mantripping), you will ***get 15% off your order plus a free box of Diced Chicken Breast Meat***! September's Pick Amazon (affiliate) ### Kenyon City Grill Portable Stainless Steel Electric Grill Why we picked it: a grill you can actually carry to the campsite, the tailgate or the cabin without borrowing a truck. Stainless, no propane tank to wrestle, and hot enough to cook for four guys rather than reheat for one. [Check The Price](https://ads.flowmediamarketing.com/go/jl7MyWolbqW26HCUiTyJbg.2144) [August's Pick Gorilla Carts Heavy Duty Garden Wheelbarrow, 1200 Lb, Yellow $174.99](https://ads.flowmediamarketing.com/go/jl7MyWolbqW26HCUiTyJbg.2143) [July's Pick Amazon Fire TV Stick HD with Alexa Voice Remote $17.99](https://ads.flowmediamarketing.com/go/jl7MyWolbqW26HCUiTyJbg.2136) [June's Pick Google Chromecast with Google TV 4K HDR Streaming Player, Snow $109.99](https://ads.flowmediamarketing.com/go/jl7MyWolbqW26HCUiTyJbg.2139) Promoted by FlowAds Details Written by: James Hills Published: 06 January 2020 Last Updated: 18 June 2024 ### 🚢Ready To Book A Vacation? Let us help you plan a cruise, all-inclusive resort, or tour for your next guys trip, family vacation, or romantic getaway. Click here to [**Book Your Next Vacation**](https://www.mantripping.com/vacation-planning.html). #### Which Style Of Amazon Cruise Should You Pick To Explore World's Largest River? Aug 17, 2026 [Which Style Of Amazon Cruise Should You Pick To Explore World's Largest River?](https://www.mantripping.com/travel/amazon-river-cruise-planning-ship-options.html) [Plan Your Next Vacation Today!](https://www.mantripping.com/vacation-planning.html) ### Products & Gift Ideas #### LiberNovo Maxis Chair Review - Finally A Seat That Lets Big Dudes Feel Comfortable At The Desk Sep 10, 2026 [LiberNovo Maxis Chair Review - Finally A Seat That Lets Big Dudes Feel Comfortable At The Desk](https://www.mantripping.com/stuff/libernovo-maxis-big-and-tall-office-chair-review.html) #### FRESKO 4-in-1 Immersion Hand Blender Review Sep 09, 2026 [FRESKO 4-in-1 Immersion Hand Blender Review](https://www.mantripping.com/stuff/fresko-4-in-1-immersion-hand-blender-review.html) #### UGREEN Air Review: Four Slim Chargers And Power Banks I Traveled With This Summer Aug 25, 2026 [UGREEN Air Review: Four Slim Chargers And Power Banks I Traveled With This Summer](https://www.mantripping.com/stuff/ugreen-air-chargers-power-banks-review.html) ### Top Guys Trip Ideas: #### Norwegian Encore Is The World's Best Ship For A Guys Getaway Dec 18, 2019 [Norwegian Encore Is The World's Best Ship For A Guys Getaway](https://www.mantripping.com/travel/norwegian-encore-is-the-best-ship-ever-for-a-guys-getaway.html) #### A Grand, Rapid Guys Weekend in Grand Rapids Apr 28, 2011 [A Grand, Rapid Guys Weekend in Grand Rapids](https://www.mantripping.com/travel/a-grand-rapid-weekend-in-grand-rapids.html) #### Best Warm Weather NHL Cities For Guys Weekend Hockey Getaway This Winter May 26, 2023 [Best Warm Weather NHL Cities For Guys Weekend Hockey Getaway This Winter](https://www.mantripping.com/travel/warm-weather-cities-to-catch-an-nhl-game-this-winter.html) ### Related Articles #### Summer Squash Sauce: The Light Alternative To Tomato And Cream Sauces [Summer Squash Sauce: The Light Alternative To Tomato And Cream Sauces](https://www.mantripping.com/food-and-drink/summer-squash-sauce-recipe.html) #### '15 Olives' Oils & Balsamics: Four Pairings For My Chef's Garden We'll Be Making This Summer ['15 Olives' Oils & Balsamics: Four Pairings For My Chef's Garden We'll Be Making This Summer](https://www.mantripping.com/food-and-drink/15-olives-olive-oil-balsamic-pairings-review.html) #### 10 Boston Food Tours Every Guy Needs to Take [10 Boston Food Tours Every Guy Needs to Take](https://www.mantripping.com/travel/food-tours-boston-guys-trip.html) #### FRESKO New V8 Advanced Vacuum Sealer Review [FRESKO New V8 Advanced Vacuum Sealer Review](https://www.mantripping.com/stuff/fresko-new-v8-advanced-vacuum-sealer-review.html) #### FRESKO 4-in-1 Immersion Hand Blender Review [FRESKO 4-in-1 Immersion Hand Blender Review](https://www.mantripping.com/stuff/fresko-4-in-1-immersion-hand-blender-review.html) - [**](https://www.mantripping.com/search.html) - [**](https://www.mantripping.com/sitemap.html) - [** Polls](https://www.mantripping.com/polls.html) - [Community Login](https://www.mantripping.com/registration/login.html) - [Brand Engagement Newsletter](https://www.mantripping.com/pr-ops-newsletter.html) - [Links](https://www.mantripping.com/links.html) - [Pitch Portal](https://www.mantripping.com/pitch.html) - [Men's Travel Survey](https://www.mantripping.com/the-mantripping-guys-trip-report-spring-2026.html) --- *Source: [Crispy Baked Coconut Chicken Tenders With Caribbean Rum Sauce](https://www.mantripping.com/food-and-drink/crispy-crunchy-coconut-chicken-tenders-with-caribbean-rum-sauce.html)* **Tags:** Food, Recipe, Recipes Inspired By Travel