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Authentic Filipino Chicken Adobo

Authentic Filipino Chicken Adobo is a classic Filipino dish made with tender chicken simmered in a savory soy sauce and vinegar garlic sauce. Easy, comforting, and perfect with steamed rice.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Filipino
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 900 g Chicken thighs or drumsticks bone-in, skin-on preferred
  • 120 ml Soy sauce use low-sodium if preferred
  • 80 ml White vinegar
  • 6 cloves Garlic cloves crushed
  • 3 leaves Bay leaves
  • 1 tsp Whole black peppercorns
  • 240 ml Water or chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp Cooking oil

Equipment

  • Large Pot or Deep Skillet
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a bowl, combine chicken, soy sauce, garlic, bay leaves, and peppercorns. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Remove chicken from marinade and lightly brown on both sides.
  3. Pour in the reserved marinade, vinegar, and water or broth. Bring to a gentle boil without stirring.
  4. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes or until chicken is tender.
  5. Uncover and simmer for 10 more minutes to reduce the sauce. Serve hot with steamed rice.

Notes

For best flavor, let the adobo rest for a few hours or overnight before serving. The taste improves as it sits.