Give the beloved Bistek Tagalog a budget-friendly makeover with this Chicken Bistek version – tender chicken breast marinated in soy sauce, calamansi, and orange soda (Royal), then pan-seared with caramelized onions for a sweet-savory glaze that’s pure Filipino comfort. Perfect for weeknights or pulutan nights!
💰 Lighter on the Wallet – Chicken is more affordable than beef
🍋 Soda-Marinated Magic – The citrusy fizz tenderizes the meat
🧅 Silky Onions – Cooked until jammy and sweet
🍚 Rice’s Best Friend – That glossy sauce begs to be poured over rice
✔️ Use chicken breast – Juicy and hard to overcook
✔️ Marinate overnight – For maximum flavor penetration
✔️ Deglaze with marinade – Creates a sticky, glossy sauce
🍺 With ice-cold beer – The ultimate pulutan pairing
🥒 Side of atchara – For tangy contrast
🍳 Topped with fried egg – Bistek-silog twist
Fun Fact: The soda trick (Royal, Coke, Sprite/7-Up) is a Filipino kitchen hack – it tenderizes meat and adds sweetness!
Love bistek? Try Pork Bistek or Bistek na Isda next!
Tag your #ChickenBistek creations! 📸 Happy cooking! 😋💛
Cooking Video for this recipe: Chicken Steak ala Bistek Tagalog recipe
This chicken steak bistek tagalog recipe is marinated well, bursting with the flavors of spices. Adding soda orange royal to soy sauce balances the sweetness and saltiness of the sauce, giving it a distinct and unique flavor. This recipe goes well with warm rice and will certainly satisfy a family.
In a bowl, combine soy sauce, calamansi juice, ground black pepper and onion powder. Marinate chicken breast added with the orange soda royal for at least 30 minutes or more.
In a pan, preheat cooking oil. Sauté sliced onion and set aside, then fry the marinated chicken over medium heat until it turns golden brown. Then remove from heat and set aside.
In the same pan, sauté the minced garlic. Add the fried chicken that was previously set aside and pour in the orange soda marinade sauce.
Cover and continue cooking over medium heat until the soup is reduced and slightly thick.
Place the sautéed onion rings. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper powder to taste. Adjust it according to your desired taste.
Serve and enjoy eating.
Servings 4
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.