Description
A simple recipe for classic Filipino chicken adobo.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken pieces (thighs or drumsticks)
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 1 head garlic, crushed
- 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
- 3 bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in soy sauce, vinegar, crushed garlic, peppercorns, and bay leaves for at least 30 minutes, or preferably 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- Heat the cooking oil in a pot or deep skillet over medium heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, reserving the liquid. Brown the chicken pieces on all sides.
- Pour the reserved marinade and the water into the pot.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the chicken is tender.
- Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high. Allow the sauce to reduce until it thickens slightly.
- Serve hot with steamed rice.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can let the chicken braise uncovered for the last 10 minutes to allow the sauce to reduce more.
- If you prefer less tang, add a teaspoon of sugar during the simmering stage.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 45 min
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Filipino
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece chicken with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 1200
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 13
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 40
- Cholesterol: 110
Keywords: chicken adobo, easy adobo, filipino recipe, chicken stew, soy sauce vinegar chicken