Pro Tips

**Chef's Tips & Troubleshooting:**

- Cook pasta in generously salted boiling water — it should taste seasoned on its own.

- Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining to loosen the sauce if needed.

- Brown the chicken skin-side down first over medium-high heat until golden and crisp.

- For chicken stew, skim the foam that rises during the first boil for a cleaner broth.

Cooking Tips

For maximum flavor, season the chicken at least 30 minutes before cooking — ideally overnight in the refrigerator. This allows the marinade to penetrate beyond the surface. Use a meat thermometer to check doneness: 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part of the breast, away from the bone.

Ingredient Substitutions

Chicken alternatives: Pork shoulder or boneless thigh meat can substitute for chicken in stews. For lighter fare, extra-firm tofu or seitan works in stir-fries and braises. Short on time? A pressure cooker (Instant Pot) can reduce cooking time by roughly half for most braised and stewed Filipino dishes. Reduce liquid slightly since less evaporates.

Storage & Reheating

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. The flavors often deepen overnight, making leftovers even more delicious. Reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of water or broth if the sauce has thickened during storage. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each.

Filipino Chicken Pasta Alfredo

Filipino Chicken Pasta Alfredo

Metro Manila, NCR

Filipino Chicken Pasta Alfredo — a Filipino chicken dish with local spices and herbs. A comforting meal passed down through generations.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 25 min Total: 30 min Medium Serves 4

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Set aside.
  2. Make the creamy sauce by melting butter in a cooking pot. Sauté onion and garlic until the onion softens.
  3. Add CDO chicken flakes. Continue cooking for 2 minutes.
  4. Pour the all-purpose cream into the pot. Let it boil. Adjust the heat to low setting. Continue cooking while stirring occasionally until the sauce thicken to your desired consistency.
  5. Incorporate parmesan cheese. Stir.
  6. Put the cooked pasta unto the cooking pot with the sauce. Toss until well blended. Season with chopped parsley.
  7. Move to to a pasta bowl. Serve.

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Pro Tips & Troubleshooting

**Chef's Tips & Troubleshooting:**
- Cook pasta in generously salted boiling water — it should taste seasoned on its own.
- Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining to loosen the sauce if needed.
- Brown the chicken skin-side down first over medium-high heat until golden and crisp.
- For chicken stew, skim the foam that rises during the first boil for a cleaner broth.

Cooking Tips

For maximum flavor, season the chicken at least 30 minutes before cooking — ideally overnight in the refrigerator. This allows the marinade to penetrate beyond the surface.
Use a meat thermometer to check doneness: 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part of the breast, away from the bone.

Substitutions

Chicken alternatives: Pork shoulder or boneless thigh meat can substitute for chicken in stews. For lighter fare, extra-firm tofu or seitan works in stir-fries and braises.
Short on time? A pressure cooker (Instant Pot) can reduce cooking time by roughly half for most braised and stewed Filipino dishes. Reduce liquid slightly since less evaporates.

Storage & Reheating

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. The flavors often deepen overnight, making leftovers even more delicious.
Reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of water or broth if the sauce has thickened during storage. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each.
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Lola Nena Guerrero

Ilocano & Visayan Regional Specialties

Lola Nena Guerrero is a contributor to the UlamDaily editorial team. Born in Laoag and raised in Cebu, she brings decades of home cooking experience preserving Ilocano and Visayan regional recipes that have been passed down through her family.

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