Chicken Longanisa
Discover the savory goodness of *Chicken Longanisa*, a lighter twist on the classic Filipino sausage beloved for its bold and sweet-savory flavor profile. This recipe swaps traditional pork for ground chicken, giving it a healthier edge while preserving all the indulgent flavors you crave. Infused with aromatic garlic, tangy coconut vinegar, a touch of soy sauce, and a hint of smoky paprika, this dish achieves perfect balance with the sweetness of brown sugar. Each juicy sausage is marinated to perfection, pan-fried until golden, and pairs beautifully with steamed rice or sunny-side-up eggs for a satisfying breakfast or dinner. With only 25 minutes of prep time and straightforward cooking steps, this homemade chicken longanisa is a delicious, family-friendly meal you’ll want to make again and again!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams ground chicken
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons coconut vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, minced garlic, coconut vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed and the sugar has dissolved.
Step 2
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the mixture marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight for a deeper flavor.
Step 3
After marination, take small portions of the mixture and shape them into small sausages, about 4 inches long and 1 inch in diameter.
Step 4
Heat cooking oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chicken longanisa sausages and cook for about 7 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides and cooked through.
Step 5
Once cooked, remove from pan and drain any excess oil on paper towels.
Step 6
Serve the chicken longanisa hot with steamed rice or eggs for a hearty meal. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (665.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1128.9 |
| Total Fat 68.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 15.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 424.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3861.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 38.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 26.9g | |
| Protein 103.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 174.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3079.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories