Paleo Chicken Inasal
Bursting with vibrant Filipino flavors and tailored to a paleo lifestyle, Paleo Chicken Inasal is a deliciously reimagined take on the beloved grilled chicken dish. This recipe swaps traditional ingredients for paleo-friendly options like coconut aminos and coconut oil, ensuring every bite is both nourishing and satisfying. The succulent chicken quarters are marinated in a harmonious blend of lemongrass, garlic, ginger, turmeric, and calamansi juice, delivering a symphony of tangy, earthy, and aromatic notes. Grilled to perfection, the chicken boasts a beautifully charred exterior while remaining juicy inside. Perfect for a backyard barbecue or a wholesome weeknight dinner, serve this crowd-pleasing dish with a refreshing salad or your favorite paleo sides. Paleo Chicken Inasal not only showcases bold Filipino flavors but also embraces clean eating with every flavorful bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken quarters
- 0.5 cup coconut aminos
- 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 cup coconut oil
- 2 stalks lemongrass stalks, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup calamansi juice or lemon juice
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, coconut oil, lemongrass, garlic, ginger, turmeric, sea salt, black pepper, and calamansi juice to create the marinade.
Place chicken quarters in a zip-top bag or a large shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Ensure the chicken is thoroughly coated.
Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight, to allow the flavors to penetrate the chicken.
Preheat your grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grates using a Paleo-friendly oil like avocado or additional coconut oil.
Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on the preheated grill. Grill each side for approximately 20 minutes, basting occasionally with the leftover marinade, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the juices run clear.
Allow the grilled chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving to retain its juices.
Serve hot and enjoy your Paleo Chicken Inasal with a side of fresh salad or your favorite Paleo-friendly side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2902 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 210.9 g | 270% | |
| Saturated Fat | 89.3 g | 446% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 840 mg | 280% | |
| Sodium | 5283 mg | 230% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.5 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.6 g | ||
| Protein | 183.8 g | 368% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 166 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 2193 mg | 47% | |
*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.
