Chicken adobo is a classic Filipino dish that is both savory and tangy. It is made with chicken marinated in a mixture of vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and spices, then simmered until the chicken is tender and flavorful. Here’s a recipe to make chicken adobo:
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs chicken thighs or drumsticks, skin-on
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt to taste
- Cooked rice for serving
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine the soy sauce, vinegar, water, garlic, peppercorns, bay leaves, and brown sugar. Mix well.
- Add the chicken to the marinade, making sure each piece is fully coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Once hot, remove the chicken from the marinade, reserving the marinade, and place it in the pan, skin side down. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the skin is golden brown and crispy. Flip the chicken and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
- Pour the reserved marinade into the pan and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer, covered, for 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender. Stir occasionally.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pan and set it aside on a plate. Increase the heat to high and let the sauce reduce and thicken for 5-10 minutes. Season with salt to taste.
- Serve the chicken with the thickened sauce and hot rice. Enjoy!
Chicken adobo is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. You can adjust the flavor by adding more or less vinegar or soy sauce, or by adding other spices like ginger or chili flakes. Experiment with the recipe to make it your own!
