Sugar-Free Chicken Longanisa
Savor the rich, bold flavors of traditional Filipino cuisine with a healthy twist in this Sugar-Free Chicken Longanisa recipe. Made with lean ground chicken and a perfectly balanced blend of garlic, apple cider vinegar, and aromatic spices like sweet paprika, anise seed, and oregano, this dish delivers all the savory goodness of classic longanisa without any added sugar. These homemade sausage patties are marinated to perfection, then pan-fried until golden and juicy, making them a guilt-free indulgence perfect for breakfast or brunch. Pair with garlic fried rice and eggs for an authentic, satisfying meal that's both delicious and wholesome. Quick to prepare, with only 15 minutes of cook time, this sugar-free, protein-packed recipe is ideal for anyone seeking a healthier take on a beloved Filipino comfort food. Perfect for keto, low-carb, or clean-eating diets!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Ground chicken
- 6 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Sweet paprika
- 1 teaspoon Oregano, dried
- 0.5 teaspoon Anise seed, ground
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, salt, ground black pepper, sweet paprika, dried oregano, ground anise seed, and cayenne pepper.
Using clean hands, mix the ingredients thoroughly until they are well combined.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. For best results, marinate overnight.
After marinating, shape the chicken mixture into small sausage patties or logs, approximately 3 inches long and 1 inch thick, using your hands.
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the chicken longanisa to the skillet, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
Cook the longanisa for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Ensure that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Serve hot with a side of scrambled eggs and garlic fried rice for a traditional Filipino breakfast.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
889 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.8 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.4 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 424 mg | 141% | |
| Sodium | 2701 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.5 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 100.2 g | 200% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 149 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2961 mg | 63% | |
*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.
