An ultra-healthy twist on a fast food staple, these chicken bites and zucchini fries will satisfy your craving for finger food.

Ingredients

  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 6 tbsp unsweetened coconut, finely shredded
  • 2 4oz chicken breasts, boneless, skinless
  • 1 medium zucchini
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • dash cayenne pepper
  • to taste freshly ground black pepper

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°.
  2. Line baking sheet with parchment paper lightly coated with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.
  3. In small bowl, lightly whisk egg whites and lime juice. Place coconut in a separate small bowl.
  4. Dredge chicken in the eggwhite mixture, then roll in coconut to coat. Place the coconut-coated chicken on prepared baking sheet.
  5. Line a second baking sheet with parchment paper lightly coated with cooking spray.
  6. Cut zucchini lengthwise into ½-inch slices. Spread on baking sheet; lightly dust with garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper.
  7. Bake chicken and zucchini for 25-30 minutes, turning often.
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