Chicken Tocino

Ingredients

• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 1/4 cup banana ketchup
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 2 pounds chicken thigh or leg meat (boneless, skinless)
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons oil

Steps

1. 1

   In a bowl, combine pineapple juice, ketchup, sugar, garlic powder, and salt, Stir until well distributed.

2. 2

   Add chicken and massage meat with curing mixture until evenly colored. Transfer to a covered container or ziplock bag and refrigerate for about 4 hours or overnight to cure.

3. 3

   In a pan over medium heat, add chicken including marinade and enough water to cover.

4. 4

   Bring to a boil. Lower heat, cover and simmer until meat is tender and cooked through, adding more water in 1/2 cup increments as needed.

5. 5

   When the meat is cooked through and liquid is mostly absorbed, add oil. Continue to cook, stirring regularly, until chicken is nicely browned and caramelized. Serve hot.