Chicken Pastil

Savor the flavors of the Philippines with this Chicken Pastil recipe, a beloved Southeast Asian dish that's as comforting as it is convenient. Featuring tender chicken strips simmered in rich coconut milk and soy sauce, enhanced by the aromatic trifecta of garlic, onion, and ginger, this dish is an explosion of umami wrapped in earthy banana leaves. Served with fluffy white rice and a zesty squeeze of lime or calamansi, Chicken Pastil is perfect as a portable meal or a unique addition to your dinner table. What sets this recipe apart is the use of banana leaves, lending a subtle, smoky aroma while keeping the dish perfectly wrapped and sealed with flavor. Quick to prepare and packed with delectable ingredients, it’s a culinary journey you can master in your own kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Chicken breast
• 2 whole Banana leaves
• 250 ml Coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 4 cloves Garlic
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 thumb-sized piece Ginger
• 4 cups Cooked white rice
• 2 pieces Lime or calamansi

Directions

Step 1

Begin by slicing the chicken breast into thin strips. Set aside.

Step 2

Peel and chop the garlic, onion, and ginger finely.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the garlic, onion, and ginger to the skillet. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes or until the onions are translucent.

Step 5

Add the chicken strips to the skillet and cook them until they are no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 6

Pour the coconut milk and soy sauce into the skillet with the chicken. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Season the mixture with salt and black pepper. Let it simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 8-10 minutes or until the sauce is slightly thickened and the chicken is cooked through.

Step 8

While the chicken is cooking, lightly wipe the banana leaves with a damp cloth to clean them. Pass them over a low flame (or heat them in a pan) briefly to make them more pliable.

Step 9

To assemble the pastil, place a portion of cooked white rice onto the center of a banana leaf.

Step 10

Spoon some of the chicken mixture on top of the rice.

Step 11

Wrap the banana leaf around the mixture securely by folding the sides and rolling it into a snug parcel.

Step 12

Repeat the wrapping process for the remaining portions.

Step 13

Serve the pastil with a wedge of lime or calamansi on the side for an added zest before eating.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1926.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2022.3

Total Fat 47.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 19.8g
Cholesterol 430mg	0%
Sodium 6794.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 238.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.3g	0%
Total Sugars 26.7g
Protein 164.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 246.4mg	0%
Iron 12.3mg	0%
Potassium 2482.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.9%

Protein: 32.3%

Carbs: 46.8%