Chicken Adobo

A classic Filipino dish made with chicken braised in vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and spices, resulting in a savory and tangy flavor.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 45

Total Time 1

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Filipino

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Chicken and Marinade

2 pounds chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on preferred
1/2 cup soy sauce low sodium recommended
1/2 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon garlic minced
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
1 cup water

For Serving

2 cups steamed rice for serving

Method

Marinate the Chicken

In a bowl, combine soy sauce, vinegar, minced garlic, and black peppercorns. Add chicken thighs and marinate for at least 30 minutes.

Cook the Chicken

In a large pot, add the marinated chicken along with the marinade, water, and laurel leaves. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-40 minutes until the chicken is tender.
Remove the lid and cook for an additional 10 minutes to reduce the sauce.

Serve

Serve the chicken adobo hot over steamed rice, spooning the sauce over the top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of brown sugar to the marinade.

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