Mediterranean Diet Homemade Chicken Tocino
Experience a healthier twist on a Filipino classic with this Mediterranean Diet Homemade Chicken Tocino. This vibrant dish transforms traditional sweet-and-savory tocino into a wholesome meal by using lean chicken breast, olive oil, and natural sweeteners like honey. Infused with a tangy marinade of apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, garlic, and tomato paste, the chicken is tender, caramelized, and bursting with flavor. Finished with fresh lemon juice and parsley, this recipe is a delicious, easy-to-make dish that perfectly aligns with Mediterranean diet principles. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's ideal for a satisfying dinner served alongside brown rice or a crisp green salad. Perfect for families, meal-preppers, or anyone seeking refined, guilt-free comfort food!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 piece lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips, about half an inch thick. This will ensure even cooking and maximum flavor absorption.
In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, tomato paste, minced garlic, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a marinade.
Add the chicken strips to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, and let the chicken marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator. For best results, marinate overnight.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken strips along with the marinade to the pan.
Cook the chicken pieces for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are caramelized and fully cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Stir occasionally to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
While the chicken is cooking, juice the lemon. Once the chicken is cooked, squeeze lemon juice over the chicken and stir in freshly chopped parsley.
Serve the Mediterranean Chicken Tocino hot, optionally with a side of brown rice or a fresh green salad to complement the dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1028 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.6 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 2643 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.2 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.7 g | ||
| Protein | 111.1 g | 222% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 118 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1419 mg | 30% | |
*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.
