Guam-Style Chicken Kelaguen with Citrus and Chili
A refreshing Chamorro dish featuring grilled chicken finely chopped and mixed with lemon, chili, and fresh onions, perfect for a light, zesty meal. This Asian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs grilled chicken breast, shredded, fresh lemon juice, red chili, finely chopped for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups grilled chicken breast, shredded
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp red chili, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp toasted grated coconut (optional)
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups shredded grilled chicken breast, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon finely chopped red chili. Mix thoroughly to coat the chicken with citrus and heat.
- Step 2: Add 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro to the bowl. Stir gently to combine all ingredients well.
- Step 3: Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, adjusting to taste.
- Step 4: For added texture and flavor, fold in 2 tablespoons toasted grated coconut if using. Chill the kelaguen for 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.









