Low Fat Homemade Chicken Tocino

Savor the delicious flavors of traditional Filipino cuisine with a healthier twist in this Low Fat Homemade Chicken Tocino recipe. Made with tender, boneless skinless chicken breast, this guilt-free dish uses a flavorful marinade of pineapple juice, low-sodium soy sauce, honey, and aromatic spices like garlic and onion powders for a natural sweetness and depth of flavor. Infused with vibrant annatto powder for that signature tocino color, the chicken is pan-cooked and glazed to perfection without the need for excess oil. This easy-to-prepare dish requires minimal effort yet delivers maximum taste, making it ideal for meal prep or a wholesome breakfast when paired with steamed rice and a fried egg. Perfect for those seeking a lighter, healthier take on Filipino favorites, this recipe proves that indulgence doesn’t have to compromise on nutrition.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 120 ml Pineapple juice
• 60 ml Low sodium soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Honey
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
• 1 tsp Annatto powder
• 1 tbsp White vinegar
• 60 ml Water

Directions

Step 1

Slice the chicken breasts into thin pieces, about 5mm thick, ensuring even thickness for uniform cooking.

Step 2

In a bowl, combine pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and annatto powder. Mix well until the honey and seasoning powders are fully dissolved.

Step 3

Place the sliced chicken in a ziplock bag or a shallow container. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the container, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight for deeper flavor infusion.

Step 4

Once marinated, remove the chicken from the refrigerator and prepare to cook.

Step 5

In a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat, pour the marinade and add the vinegar. Let it come to a simmer.

Step 6

Add the marinated chicken pieces into the simmering marinade. Cook each side for about 5-6 minutes or until the chicken pieces are cooked through and the sauce has reduced to a glaze consistency.

Step 7

If necessary, add a small amount of water to prevent the sauce from burning or sticking to the pan.

Step 8

Serve the low fat homemade chicken tocino hot, ideally with steamed rice and a fried egg for a perfect traditional Filipino breakfast.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(816.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1085.7

Total Fat 18.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 425mg	0%
Sodium 5075.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 61.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g	0%
Total Sugars 51.6g
Protein 162.2g	0%

Vitamin D 25IU	0%
Calcium 116.5mg	0%
Iron 6.4mg	0%
Potassium 1723.2mg	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: 15.6%

Protein: 61.3%

Carbs: 23.1%