Chicken Tinola (Ilonggo style)

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Chicken Tinola with Papaya and Malunggay is a classic Filipino comfort soup known for its light, savory broth, tender chicken, and nutritious greens. The combination of green papaya (or sayote) and malunggay (moringa leaves) makes it both healthy and delicious.

 


Chicken Tinola (Ilonggo style)


Ingredients:

  • 1 kg chicken (cut into serving pieces, bone-in for better flavor)
  • 1 medium green papaya (peeled, seeded, and sliced into wedges) or 2 sayote (chayote)
  • 1 cup malunggay leaves (or substitute spinach or chili leaves)
  • 1 thumb-sized ginger (sliced into thin strips)
  • 4-5 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 medium onion (sliced)
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce (patis)
  • 1-2 tbsp cooking oil
  • 4-5 cups water (or chicken broth for richer flavor)
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1-2 green chili peppers (siling haba) for mild heat 

Instructions:

1. Sauté Aromatics:
  • Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. 
  • Sauté garlic, onion, and ginger until fragrant and slightly softened.
2. Brown the Chicken: 
  • Add the chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned (about 5 minutes). 
  • Pour in fish sauce and stir for 1 minute to enhance flavor.
3. Simmer the Broth: 
  • Add water or broth, bring to a boil, then lower heat.
  • Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is tender. 
  • Skim off any impurities for a clearer broth.
4. Add the Papaya/Sayote:
  • Add green papaya (or sayote) and cook for 5-7 minutes until slightly tender but still firm.
5. Add Malunggay & Seasoning:
  • Toss in malunggay leaves and green chili peppers (if using). 
  • Season with salt & pepper to taste. Simmer for 1-2 minutes (don’t overcook the greens).
6. Serve Hot: 
  • Ladle into bowls and enjoy with steamed rice and fish sauce with calamansi on the side!

Tips:

✔ Best with Bone-in Chicken (thighs, wings, or drumsticks) for richer broth.
✔ No Malunggay? Substitute spinach, chili leaves, or moringa powder.
✔ For Extra Flavor: Add a chicken bouillon cube or sauté with shrimp paste (bagoong).


This Chicken Tinola is perfect for cold weather, recovery meals, or when you need a light yet nourishing dish!

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