Chicken Tocino Recipe for Your Family

Chicken Tocino (Recipe) is a favorite Filipino breakfast dish acclaimed for sweet savory and a hint of sour taste. This recipe consists of chicken marinated in a succulent medley of pineapple juice, sugar, garlic, and spices which is then fried to perfection. 

Tradition-speaking, one should enjoy it with the complimentary garlic rice and fried egg. Chicken Tocino recipe is then a comfortable meal that can bring back the Philippine taste to your table.

Chicken Tocino Recipe Times

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Ingredients For the Marinade

• 1 lb (450g) boneless chicken thighs, sliced into thin strips
• 1/2 cup pineapple juice
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon ketchup (for color)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon red food coloring (optional, for traditional red color)

For Cooking

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

• 1/4 cup water

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 350

• Total Fat: 15g

• Saturated Fat: 3g

• Cholesterol: 100mg

• Sodium: 950mg

• Total Carbohydrates: 25g

• Dietary Fiber: 1g

• Sugars: 20g

• Protein: 30g

Preparation

Step 1: Preparing the Marinade

• Pineapple juice, minced garlic, green onions, and lots of other fresh ingredients for the marinade are what you’re going to need.

• Mix the marinade ingredients and also do it until all the sugar is dissolved and the sauce is uniform..

Step 2: Marinating the Chicken

• Chicken thighs in the marinade, make sure they get a good covering, then you slice them.

• Seal bowl you place the chicken in with the plastic wrap and put it in the refrigerator for 8 hours or ideally overnight. The more time the chicken gets to marinate, the better it will taste.

Next 3: Cooking the Chicken Tocino

• Warm the vegetable oil over medium heat in a large skillet and when it is hot enough enter the garlic.

• Levy the chicken from the marinade, let any excess marinade slide off, and then keep at the side.

• Lay down the chicken in the skillet carefully and stir for 2-3 mins on either side until golden brown.

• Add the water to the skillet, then cover and lower the heat to low. Let them simmer for an additional 10 min or until the chicken is tender and the sauce has thickened into a beautiful glaze.

• Sauce gets dry quickly? you can add a little bit more water to avoid burning.

Step 4: Serving the Chicken Tocino

• Chicken Tocino eaten more hot with garlic fried rice traditionally or sometimes with a sunny-side-up egg in a Filipino breakfast.

• To finish a tuxedo, use fresh herbs as a finishing touch or sprinkle it with your favorite roasted sesame seeds.

Cook’s Note

• Marination Time: The quality of the chicken will certainly be at its peak when you toxin it for the whole night, but 4 hours will also suffice if you need something quick. However, the depth of flavor will be more pronounced with a longer marination.

• Pineapple Juice: Pineapple juice is said to be the means of not only having natural sweetness but also being able to master the art of tenderizing the chicken. If you want a less sweet version, you can use less sugar in the marinade.

• Storing Leftovers: Besides, Left  chicken nickino  can be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For the best results, heat a skillet over a medium flame and then reheat.

FAQs on Chicken Tocino Recipe:

What is Chicken Tocino? 

• Chicken Tocino is a favorite Filipino breakfast meal and it is mostly made from marinated chicken deeply flavored with marinade containing sugar, garlic, soy sauce, and other spices. The dish is quite often served with garlic rice and a fried egg and thus becomes the whole meal which is known as “Tosilog”.

How long should I marinate the chicken for Tocino? 

• Marinate the chicken for at least 4 hours for the best flavor, but the ideal duration would be overnight. The latter case gives space for the meat to grasp all the components hence the product will be the softest and tasty option.

Can I cook Chicken Tocino without frying it? 

• Yes, you can cook Chicken Tocino by grilling or baking. The following step-by-step procedure will guide you to make a perfect baked chicken. Place the marinated chicken on a baking sheet and cook at 375 °F (190 °C) for about 20-25 minutes or until fully cooked, to bake. Grilling is another healthier option that adds a smoky flavor to the dish.