Chicken Adobo
Chicken Adobo is a beloved Filipino dish that combines succulent chicken thighs with a rich, savory-sweet sauce made from soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and spices. This comforting meal is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, delivering bold flavors that will impress family and friends alike. With its mouthwatering aroma and simplicity, Chicken Adobo is sure to become a regular favorite in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ½ cup white vinegar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- Marinate chicken: In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and onion. Add chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Sauté onions: In a skillet over medium heat, sauté extra onion slices in oil until golden brown.
- Brown chicken: Add the marinated chicken (reserve marinade) to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5 minutes per side.
- Simmer: Pour reserved marinade and bay leaves over the chicken. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20-30 minutes or until tender.
- Thicken sauce: For a thicker sauce, remove chicken once cooked and let the sauce simmer for a few more minutes.
- Serve: Plate the chicken and drizzle with sauce; enjoy with steamed rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - For added creaminess, consider incorporating coconut milk. - You can substitute chicken with tofu or pork for variations. - Leftovers taste even better the next day!