Filipino Chicken Adobo
Filipino Chicken Adobo is a savory and tangy stew featuring tender chicken marinated and simmered in a flavorful blend of soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and spices, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 6 cloves garlic, crushed
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp black peppercorns
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, soy sauce, and crushed garlic. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 1 hour.
- Heat oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent.
- Add the marinated chicken (reserve marinade) and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in the reserved marinade, vinegar, water, bay leaves, peppercorns, and brown sugar. Do not stir once vinegar is added.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30–40 minutes until chicken is tender and sauce has slightly thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove bay leaves before serving.
- Serve hot with steamed rice.
Notes
For extra depth, marinate the chicken overnight. Adding boiled eggs or potatoes can make the dish heartier.