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Chicken Tocino

Savory Chicken Tocino: Sweet Filipino Flavor at Home

Indulge in this savory Chicken Tocino, a sweet and flavorful Filipino dish perfect for breakfast.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 2 lbs Skinless Chicken Thigh Fillet Skinless chicken breast can be used for a lighter option.
  • 1/2 cup Dark Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be a great low-GI substitute.
  • 1 tsp White Pepper Black pepper works well if white pepper is unavailable.
  • 1/4 cup Rice Flour Feel free to swap with cornstarch if needed.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust according to your preference.
  • 4 cloves Garlic (Grated) Use freshly grated garlic for optimal taste.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce For a gluten-free option, try coconut aminos.
  • 1/4 cup Vinegar Any mild vinegar can be used if cane vinegar isn't available.
  • 1/4 cup Unsweetened Pineapple Juice Water can substitute for a less sweet result.
  • 1 tsp Red Food Color (Optional) Feel free to omit if you prefer.
  • 1/2 cup Water Necessary for simmering and creating the flavorful sauce.
  • 1 tbsp Oil Vegetable or canola oil works best for frying.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • Whisk

Method
 

Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine dark brown sugar, white pepper, rice flour, salt, grated garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, and unsweetened pineapple juice. Whisk the mixture thoroughly until it's well blended and slightly thickened.
  2. Add the skinless chicken thigh fillets into the marinade, ensuring each piece is fully coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and place the chicken along with ½ cup of water. Allow the mixture to simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. After simmering, add a tablespoon of oil to the skillet and increase the heat. Cook the chicken for an additional 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Remove the Chicken Tocino from the heat and let it rest for a moment. Serve warm, ideally accompanied by garlic fried rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

You can enhance tenderness by marinating the chicken for up to 24 hours. Always use fresh ingredients for the best results.

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