Chicken Hamonado

This chicken hamonado is a quick and easy to cook version that does not require to marinate the chicken in pineapple juice and sugar mixture. Instead, you just fry or braise the chicken first then cook it in pineapple juice and pineapple slices. This version is best if you are in a hurry to cook chicken hamonado. Try it I’m sure you will love it!

A Sweet and Savory Delight

Looking for a flavorful Filipino dish that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress? Look no further than chicken hamonado! This delightful dish combines the sweetness of pineapple with the savory flavors of chicken, creating a mouthwatering dish that’s perfect for any occasion. In this article, we’ll show you how to make this reccipe at home with a simple and delicious recipe that’s sure to become a favorite in your household.

Marinating the Chicken

To start, prepare your chicken by combining it with patis (fish sauce), black pepper, granulated seasoning, and kalamansi juice. Mix the ingredients until the chicken is well coated, then let it marinate for 30 minutes. This step allows the flavors to penetrate the chicken, ensuring each bite is packed with deliciousness.

Frying the Chicken

Once the chicken has marinated, heat cooking oil in a pan about 1 inch deep. Fry the chicken pieces until they are golden brown, then strain them to remove any excess oil. Set the fried chicken aside while you prepare the sauce.

Creating the Sweet and Savory Sauce

In the same pan used to fry the chicken, remove the excess cooking oil, leaving about 1 tablespoon behind. Heat the oil and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add the fried chicken to the pan and sauté for a minute to infuse the garlic flavor into the chicken.

Next, pour in the pineapple juice and add sugar and salt. Stir the mixture and bring it to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes, or until the sauce has slightly thickened.

Adding the Final Touches

To complete the dish, add sliced pineapples to the pan along with the liquid from the canned pineapples. Continue cooking until the sauce has thickened and the chicken is fully coated in the sweet and savory sauce. Turn off the heat and serve the hamonado hot, garnished with additional pineapple slices if desired.

Enjoying Your Chicken Hamonado

Serve your chicken dish hot over steamed rice for a delicious and satisfying meal that’s sure to please. The combination of tender chicken, sweet pineapple, and savory sauce is a true delight for the taste buds. Whether you’re cooking for your family or hosting a dinner party, this recipe is sure to impress. Give it a try today and enjoy a taste of the Philippines in your own home.

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How To Cook Chicken Hamonado

This chicken hamonado is a quick and easy to cook version that does not require to marinate the chicken in pineapple juice and sugar mixture.

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Cook Time35 minutes mins

Course: Chicken Recipe

Cuisine: Filipino

Keyword: chicken hamonado, hamonadong manok

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 234kcal

Author: Manny

Ingredients

• 1 kilo chicken cut into serving pieces
• 1 Tbsp. patis
• 1/2 tsp. black pepper powder
• 1 Tbsp. kalamansi juice or lemon juice
• 1 tsp. Magic sarap or Namnam
• 4 cloves garlic minced
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1 & 1/2 cup pineapple juice
• 1 small can pineapple slice
• cooking oil for frying

Instructions

How To Cook Chicken Hamonado

• Combine chicken, patis, black pepper, granulated seasoning and kalamansi juice in a bowl. Mix the ingredients until well coated then marinate for 30 minutes.
• Heat cooking oil in a pan about 1 inch deep and fry the chicken until golden brown. Strain to remove excess oil and set aside.
• In the same pan, remove the cooking oil and leave about 1 Tbsp. in the pan. Herat the oil and saute garlic until fragrant.
• Add the chicken and saute for a minute. Pour the pineapple juice and add sugar and salt. Stir and bring the liquid into a boil.
• Simmer for 30 minutes until slightly thick. Add in the sliced pineapples and pour also the liquid from the canned sliced pineapples.
• Continue cooking until the sauce is thick. Turn off heat and serve hot. Enjoy!

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Notes

Cooking Tips:

1. Use Fresh Pineapple Juice: While canned pineapple juice can be convenient, using fresh pineapple juice can enhance the flavor of your hamonado. Simply blend fresh pineapple chunks and strain the juice to remove any pulp. The natural sweetness of fresh pineapple juice can elevate the dish to a whole new level.
2. Adjust the Sweetness: The sweetness of this dish can be adjusted to suit your taste. If you prefer a sweeter dish, add more sugar to the sauce. Conversely, if you prefer a less sweet dish, reduce the amount of sugar or use a natural sweetener like honey. Taste the sauce as it simmers and adjust the sweetness accordingly.
3. Add Vegetables: To make your hamonado dish more nutritious and colorful, consider adding vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, or onions. These vegetables not only add flavor and texture to the dish but also increase its nutritional value. Simply sauté the vegetables with the chicken or add them to the simmering sauce for a delicious addition to your meal.