Description
Chicken Adobo is a classic Filipino dish that combines tender chicken thighs with a flavorful marinade of soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and spices. This comforting meal is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Serve it over steamed rice to absorb the rich sauce, and watch as your loved ones savor every bite. With its deep flavors that improve over time, Chicken Adobo is ideal for meal prep and will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup white vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 3 bay leaves
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp black peppercorns
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the chicken: In a large bowl, mix soy sauce, vinegar, minced garlic, and black peppercorns. Add chicken thighs and marinate for at least 1 hour (overnight is best).
- 2. Sauté the aromatics: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add leftover garlic from the marinade and sauté until fragrant.
- 3. Brown the chicken: Add marinated chicken thighs skin-side down to the skillet and cook until browned on both sides (about 5 minutes per side).
- 4. Simmer: Pour in reserved marinade, bay leaves, and brown sugar. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low heat for about 45 minutes until tender.
- 5. Final touches: Remove the lid and simmer uncovered for another 10 minutes to thicken the sauce. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- 6. Serve: Plate the chicken with steamed rice and drizzle extra sauce over.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Filipino
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 110mg