Filipino Chicken Adobo Recipe:

This is Filipino comfort food. A tangy, sweet and peppery Filipino chicken dish served on a bed of white rice and vegetables or a salad.

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Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine: Filipino

Keyword: Adobo

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 35

Total Time: 40

Servings:

Calories: 287kcal

Author: happyfrank75

2 lbs chicken thighs or drumsticks skin-on, bone-in. (I use a mix of thighs and drumsticks)
6 tablespoons soy sauce *Sub tamari sauce for gluten free
4-5 tablespoons rice wine vinegar or white vinegar
12 cloves garlic minced
1 1/2 cups water
3 tablespoons cooking oil like vegetable or canola
1-2 tablepoon sugar *Optional, traditionally it is a little sweet. Up to you.
1/4 teaspoon salt *Optional, depending on what soy sauce you use, you might not need it
3 pieces bay leaves dried
1 teaspoon peppercorn whole black
1/4 cup cilantro leaves To garnish - chopped
2 jalapeños To garnish (remove ribs and seeds for less heat)

Marination:
Choose bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or drumsticks for richer flavor. Score the chicken to allow the marinade to penetrate. In a large bowl, combine chicken, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Marinate for at least 1 hour (longer for enhanced flavor).
Heat a pot, add cooking oil.
Pan-fry marinated chicken, skin side down first, for 2 minutes per side in hot oil until lightly browned.
Pour in the remaining marinade with garlic. Add water. Bring to a boil, scraping the flavorful bits from the bottom.
Add dried bay leaves and whole peppercorn. Simmer for 30 minutes until chicken is tender, allowing the flavors to meld.
Incorporate white vinegar. Stir and cook for an additional 10 minutes, infusing the dish with a delightful tang.
Add sugar and salt. Stir well, balancing the flavors. Adjust according to taste. Turn off the heat.
Serve:
Dish out your flavorful Chicken Adobo onto a serving plate. Spoon the rich sauce over the chicken. Serve hot, and enjoy the irresistible blend of savory and tangy flavors!
Garnish (Optional):
Sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro or green onions over the Chicken Adobo for a burst of freshness and added visual appeal.
Side Dish Recommendation:
Serve your Chicken Adobo with steamed white rice or garlic fried rice to complement the savory flavors.