Whole30 Chicken Pastil
Embrace the vibrant flavors of the Philippines with this Whole30 Chicken Pastil—a healthy twist on a beloved street food favorite! This dish combines tender chicken breast, sautéed with fragrant garlic and onion, colorful veggies like bell pepper and carrot, and a touch of coconut aminos for a savory-sweet depth of flavor. Served atop fluffy cauliflower rice and carefully wrapped in aromatic banana leaves, it’s the ultimate guilt-free, grain-free meal that’s perfect for meal prep or a creative weeknight dinner. With a quick 20-minute prep time, this recipe is Whole30-approved, Paleo-friendly, and gluten-free, making it an ideal option for clean eating enthusiasts looking to savor comfort food classics.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Cauliflower rice
- 1 pound Chicken breast
- 3 tablespoons Coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 1 medium Onion
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 medium Green bell pepper
- 1 medium Carrot
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 large Banana leaves
Instructions
First, prepare the ingredients: Finely chop the onion and garlic. Dice the green bell pepper and carrot. Cut the chicken breast into small, bite-sized pieces.
Heat 1 tablespoon of coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the skillet and set it aside.
Using the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of coconut oil. Sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant and the onion is translucent, about 3 minutes.
Add the diced bell pepper and carrot to the skillet. Cook for another 4-5 minutes until the vegetables have softened.
Return the chicken to the skillet. Stir in the coconut aminos, ensuring all the chicken and vegetables are coated. Season with salt and black pepper.
Continue cooking the mixture for another 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
While the chicken mixture is cooking, prepare the cauliflower rice. You can either microwave it according to package instructions or sauté it in a separate skillet with a little coconut oil until tender.
To assemble the pastil, take a banana leaf and place a scoop of cauliflower rice in the center. Follow with a scoop of the chicken mixture on top of the rice.
Fold the banana leaf over the filling, securing it by tying with a kitchen string or simply folding tightly.
Repeat the assembly process for the remaining servings.
Serve the Chicken Pastil warm. If banana leaves are unavailable, serve directly on a plate.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
338 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.5 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 97 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 832 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.5 g | ||
| Protein | 39.7 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 88 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 993 mg | 21% | |
*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.
