Heart-Healthy Homemade Chicken Tocino
Elevate your meal prep with this Heart-Healthy Homemade Chicken Tocino, a wholesome twist on a Filipino classic! This recipe swaps traditional sweeteners and preservatives for natural honey and pineapple juice, offering a guilt-free, low-sodium alternative that doesn’t skimp on taste. Succulent strips of chicken breast are infused with a flavorful marinade featuring garlic, paprika, and honey, then lightly pan-seared to golden perfection. Finished with a quick glaze, this lean protein dish is perfect for pairing with steamed vegetables or hearty brown rice for a balanced, nutritious meal. With just 10 minutes of prep and easy-to-follow steps, this chicken tocino delivers irresistible sweet-savory flavor while keeping health in mind.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Chicken breast
- 120 milliliters Pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Water
Directions
Step 1
Begin by slicing the chicken breast into thin strips, approximately 1/4 inch thick, to ensure they cook evenly.
Step 2
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the pineapple juice, low-sodium soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined, creating a marinade.
Step 3
Add the chicken strips to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer it to a resealable plastic bag.
Step 4
Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight, to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.
Step 5
Once marinated, remove the chicken from the refrigerator and allow it to sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before cooking.
Step 6
Heat the olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken strips to the pan in a single layer, without overcrowding.
Step 7
Cook the chicken strips for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown and thoroughly cooked. You may need to do this in batches if your pan is small.
Step 8
Once all the chicken is cooked, add the water to the pan and let it simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, scraping any bits stuck to the pan to create a delicious glaze.
Step 9
Serve the heart-healthy chicken tocino warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired, alongside steamed vegetables or brown rice for a balanced meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (742.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1079.6 |
| Total Fat 32.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.8g | |
| Cholesterol 430mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2647.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 57.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 51.5g | |
| Protein 145.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 97.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1647.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories