Paleo Homemade Chicken Tocino
Discover the irresistible flavors of **Paleo Homemade Chicken Tocino**, a healthier twist on a beloved Filipino classic. This savory-sweet dish features tender chicken thigh fillets marinated in a blend of coconut aminos, unsweetened pineapple juice, and coconut sugar, bringing natural sweetness and umami without refined additives. Infused with garlic, paprika, and black pepper, then pan-seared to perfection with avocado oil, this recipe achieves a rich, caramelized finish that’s sure to delight your taste buds. Perfect for Paleo enthusiasts, it pairs beautifully with cauliflower rice or fresh greens for a wholesome, satisfying meal. With quick prep and simple ingredients, it’s an easy way to enjoy authentic tocino flavors in a nutritious, guilt-free way.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Chicken thigh fillets
- 3 tablespoons Coconut aminos
- 1 cup Pineapple juice (unsweetened)
- 2 tablespoons Coconut sugar
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Sea salt
- 2 tablespoons Avocado oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine coconut aminos, pineapple juice, coconut sugar, minced garlic, paprika, black pepper, and sea salt. Stir well until the sugar and salt are dissolved.
Add the chicken thigh fillets to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
Remove the marinated chicken from the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before cooking.
Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, carefully add the marinated chicken fillets to the skillet. Avoid crowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side, until the chicken is fully cooked and has a caramelized, slightly charred surface.
Once done, remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into strips.
Serve the Paleo Chicken Tocino warm, optionally alongside Paleo-friendly cauliflower rice or fresh greens.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1581 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.2 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.4 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 440 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 3555 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.7 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.3 g | ||
| Protein | 96.8 g | 194% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 123 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1734 mg | 37% | |
*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.
