Paleo Chicken Tinola

Warm up your day with a comforting bowl of Paleo Chicken Tinola, a nourishing Filipino soup that’s both grain-free and loaded with flavor. Perfectly tender chicken thighs are simmered in a fragrant broth infused with garlic, onion, and fresh ginger for a bold and aromatic base. Nutrient-packed green papaya or chayote adds a subtly sweet and hearty texture, while spinach leaves bring a burst of vibrant color and vitamins. Made with wholesome, paleo-approved ingredients like coconut oil and fish sauce, this healthy recipe balances rich flavors and nutrition in every spoonful. Ready in under an hour, this gluten-free and low-carb dish is ideal for meal preppers or anyone craving a warm, satisfying, and guilt-free dinner option.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds chicken thighs
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 2 inches fresh ginger, julienned
• 4 units garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 5 cups chicken broth
• 1 medium green papaya or chayote, peeled and sliced
• 3 cups spinach leaves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 units spring onions, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the sliced onions and julienned ginger, and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chicken thighs to the pot, stirring occasionally until they are browned on all sides.

Step 5

Pour in the fish sauce and continue cooking for a minute to let the flavors meld.

Step 6

Add the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 7

Lower the heat and let it simmer for 25 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook thoroughly.

Step 8

Add the sliced green papaya or chayote to the pot, then continue to simmer for another 10 minutes until the vegetable is tender.

Step 9

Stir in the spinach leaves and cook for 2-3 more minutes, just until the spinach has wilted.

Step 10

Season the soup with salt and ground black pepper to taste.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped spring onions before serving hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2756.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2412.7

Total Fat 128.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 852.7mg	0%
Sodium 8479.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 43.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.2g	0%
Total Sugars 16.3g
Protein 261.9g	0%

Vitamin D 63.5IU	0%
Calcium 429.2mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 4527.5mg	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: 48.7%

Protein: 44.1%

Carbs: 7.2%