Ginataang Manok (Chicken in Coconut Milk)
Ginataang Manok (Chicken in Coconut Milk) features tender chicken simmered with warming ginger in a lush, creamy coconut sauce, finished with soft spinach for a gentle earthy note. The balance of richness and aromatic spice makes it comforting yet vibrant, perfect for a cozy family dinner or a casual weekend gathering.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook50 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Ginataang Manok (Chicken in Coconut Milk), not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 45 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 20
- Heart Health
- 64
- Metabolic
- 17
- Digestive
- 26
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 41
- General Wellness
- 1
Warm oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add the ginger. Cook, stirring, until fragrant and lightly browned. Remove the ginger and set it aside.
- 2
Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Place the chicken in the same skillet over medium-high heat without crowding, and cook until lightly browned on all sides.
- 3
Return the ginger to the skillet and pour in the coconut milk. Bring to a boil, then cover with the lid slightly ajar to let steam escape. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is no longer pink at the bone, about 30 minutes.
- 4
Stir in the spinach and simmer uncovered until the spinach is warmed through, 8 to 12 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Calories 446.6 kcal High 22%
- Protein 64.21 g Good Source 128%
- Carbohydrate 9.39 g 3%
- Total Fat 16.62 g High 21%
- Saturated Fat 2.99 g Moderate 15%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 211.94 mg High 71%
- Sodium 617.83 mg High 27%
- Dietary Fiber 1.49 g Low Source 5%
- Total Sugars 3.89 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 293.19 mg Good Source 23%
- Iron 1.49 mg Low Source 8%
- Potassium 283.86 mg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 1.43 mcg Low Source 7%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.
About This Recipe
Ginataang Manok (Chicken in Coconut Milk) is made with 6 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 55 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Canola Oil, Chopped Spinach, Coconut Milk, and Fresh Ginger. Each serving provides about 446.6 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Ginataang Manok (Chicken in Coconut Milk) made of?
- The main ingredients are Canola Oil, Chopped Spinach, Coconut Milk, Fresh Ginger, Salt & Pepper. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Ginataang Manok (Chicken in Coconut Milk)?
- About 55 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 50 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 446.6 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Ginataang Manok (Chicken in Coconut Milk) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Ginataang Manok (Chicken in Coconut Milk) healthy?
- Ginataang Manok (Chicken in Coconut Milk) has an easyChef Pro health score of 47/100. Per serving, it provides 446.6 calories and 64.21 g of protein, or 128% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 617.83 mg (27% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.99 g (15% of the Daily Value). Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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