Best 5 Filipino Chicken Chayote Recipes

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Filipino chicken andchayote stew, also known as Chicken Chopsuey, is made with tender chicken, firm but tender pieces of the nutritious vegetable,chayote, and a sweet and savory sauce. This simple dish of a stir-fried chicken and fruit dish is a popular Filipino dish that is often served during family gatherings and celebrations.

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CHICKEN TINOLA



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This is a easy one-pot dish from the Philippines. It contains meat and vegetables all cooked together in one savory dish.

Provided by lola

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Filipino

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon cooking oil
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (1 1/2 inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon fish sauce
3 pounds chicken legs and thighs, rinsed and patted dry
2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 chayote squash, peeled and cut into bite-sized pieces
salt and pepper to taste
1 head bok choy, chopped
½ pound spinach

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat; cook and stir the onion and garlic in the hot oil until fragrant. Quickly stir the ginger and fish sauce into the onion and garlic mixture before adding the chicken; cook together for 5 minutes. Pour the chicken broth over the mixture and cook another 5 minutes. Add the chayote to the mixture and simmer until the chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper. Add the bok choy and spinach; cook until the spinach is just wilted, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 531.9 calories, Carbohydrate 14.1 g, Cholesterol 207.8 mg, Fat 22.9 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 65.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 1550.9 mg, Sugar 6 g

23 BEST FILIPINO CHICKEN RECIPE COLLECTION



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Want something different for dinner? Try these tasty Filipino chicken recipes! From stews to barbecue to curry, these meals are a welcome switch from your usual poultry fare.

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Chicken     Recipe Roundup

Number Of Ingredients 23

Filipino Chicken Adobo
Pininyahang Manok
Ginataang Manok
Chicken Barbecue Filipino Style
Filipino Chicken Macaroni Sopas
Arroz Caldo
Tinolang Manok
Chicken Lumpiang Shanghai
Chicken Pastel
Nilagang Manok
Chicken Inasal
Chicken Afritada
Pinoy Chicken Curry
Sizzling Chicken Sisig
Sweet and Sour Chicken
Lechon Manok
Chicken Caldereta
Chicken Potato Salad
Pancit Bihon
Chicken Binakol
Filipino Crispy Fried Chicken
Chicken a la King
Chicken Empanadas

Steps:

  • Select your favorite recipe.
  • Organize all the required ingredients.
  • Prep a Filipino chicken dish in 30 minutes or less!

Nutrition Facts :

FILIPINO CHICKEN CHAYOTE



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This is a wonderful chicken ginger soup that is served with rice. This is a traditional filipino dish in my house.

Provided by Mebriella

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 , 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs chicken breasts (or any part of the chicken you like)
4 cups chicken broth
4 tablespoons chopped ginger (you can add more or lessen the ginger to your taste)
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
3 -4 chayotes (peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes)
1 teaspoon salt
1/16 teaspoon Accent seasoning
1 cup chopped bok choy (optional, a few leaves used for garnish, doesn't add any flavor)

Steps:

  • In a large stock, add the cut up chicken, chicken broth, ginger, garlic, salt and Accent.
  • Bring to a boil and then simmer for 45 - 50 minutes.
  • Add the chayote and continue to cook for another 10-15 minutes, until the chayote is tender but not too mushy.
  • Stir in the bok choy if using.
  • Serve hot or on top of cooked jasmine rice.
  • CROCK POT METHOD:.
  • Add the cut up chicken, chicken broth, ginger, garlic, salt and Accent to the crockpot.
  • Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
  • Add the chayote and bok choy and cook for another 15-20 minutes until the chayote is tender.
  • Serve hot or on top of cooked jasmine rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 481.2, Fat 22.9, SaturatedFat 6.6, Cholesterol 145.3, Sodium 1487.2, Carbohydrate 12.6, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 3.6, Protein 54.4

FRICASEE OF CHICKEN, CHAYOTE AND CILANTRO



Fricasee of Chicken, Chayote and Cilantro image

Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 8-ounce skinless, boneless chicken breasts
6 cups chicken stock
4 medium-size chayotes, coarsely diced
4 medium-size shallots, peeled and diced
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon cumin
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 tablespoons chopped cilantro (coriander)

Steps:

  • Poach the chicken breasts in the stock for about 15 minutes. Skim off any froth that comes to the top. Add 1 diced chayote, for the last 5 minutes. Remove the chicken and chayote; set aside and cool. Chayote should be tender but firm.
  • Add the remaining chayotes to the stock with the shallots. Season with 1/2 teaspoon turmeric, the oregano and cumin. Let this simmer for 15 minutes, or until the chayotes are very soft. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and puree. Add the oil and refrigerate.
  • Before serving, return puree, reserved chayote and chicken to room temperature. Dice the chicken and reserved chayote into 1/4-inch cubes.
  • To serve, mix in lime juice, cayenne and half of the cilantro. Adjust seasonings to taste.
  • Arrange chicken and chayote in each of 8 cups. Add chayote puree; garnish with remaining cilantro and sprinkle with remaining turmeric.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 298, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 25 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 1013 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CHICKEN AND CHAYOTE SOUP



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This recipe is based on a Filipino recipe called chicken Tinola or chicken and papaya. The chayote is firmer than papaya and has a mild taste. chayote is also called pipinella.

Provided by Amy in Hawaii

Categories     Poultry

Time 2h45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 -3 lb stewing chicken
2 tablespoons salad oil
2 tablespoons fresh gingerroot, peeled and crushed
1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed
4 cups chicken broth
2 teaspoons salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 chayotes

Steps:

  • Cut up chicken into serving size pieces.
  • Heat oil in a large pot or Dutch oven. Brown chicken, ginger and garlic. Be careful not to burn garlic.
  • Add broth, salt, and pepper.
  • Cover; simmer for 2-1/2 hours or until chicken is tender.
  • Peel chayote and remove seed. Cut chayote into one inch cubes. Add chayote to pot and cook until chayote is fork tender. (10-15 minutes).
  • Serve over hot rice in a bowl. Makes six servings.
  • Fish sauce can be substituted for salt or 2 green papayas can be substituted for chayote.

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Chayote: Select firm, bright green chayote with no blemishes or bruises.
  • Prepare Chayote Properly: Peel and remove the chayote's seed before cooking.
  • Tenderize Chayote: For a softer texture, consider blanching or parboiling the chayote before adding it to the dish.
  • Enhance Flavor: Add aromatics like garlic, onion, and ginger to elevate the dish's flavor profile.
  • Use Quality Ingredients: Fresh, high-quality ingredients will result in a more flavorful dish.
  • Adjust Spices: Customize the spiciness level to your preference by adjusting the amount of chili or pepper used.
  • Garnish for Presentation: Enhance the visual appeal of your dish with fresh herbs, scallions, or toasted sesame seeds.

Conclusion:

Filipino Chicken Chayote is a versatile dish that showcases the unique flavors and textures of Filipino cuisine. With its combination of savory chicken, tender chayote, and aromatic spices, this dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer a simple preparation or a more elaborate version with additional vegetables and herbs, this dish offers endless possibilities for customization. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your stove, and embark on a culinary journey to experience the delightful flavors of Filipino Chicken Chayote.

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