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Classic Chicken Adobo: Discover the Ultimate Recipe!

Classic Chicken Adobo is a flavorful Filipino dish made with marinated chicken thighs simmered in a savory sauce of soy sauce, vinegar, and spices.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds chicken thighs bone-in and skin-on
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 green onions chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken thighs, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for more flavor.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade (reserve the marinade) and brown the chicken on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the sliced onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
  4. Pour in the reserved marinade, vinegar, water, bay leaves, black peppercorns, and brown sugar. Stir to combine.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed. If you prefer a thicker sauce, remove the lid and simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  7. Serve the chicken adobo hot, garnished with chopped green onions over steamed rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 27gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 19gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add 1-2 whole dried red chilies or a teaspoon of red pepper flakes during cooking.
  • You can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts or drumsticks, but adjust cooking time as needed for different cuts.

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