Authentic Filipino Chicken Adobo

Name: Authentic Filipino Chicken Adobo
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 750 g chicken thigh fillets; 1 small brown onion; 3 cloves garlic; 2 green onions/scallions; 1/3 cup soy sauce; 1/3 cup plus 2 tbsp white vinegar; 1 1/2 cups boiling water; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 2 tbsp brown sugar; 1 tbsp whole black pepper; 4 bay leaves or 3 dried

Experience the national dish of the Philippines with this tender, savory-sweet chicken adobo. Simmered in a rich glaze of soy sauce, vinegar, and aromatics, it's a flavor-packed meal that pairs perfectly with steamed rice.

Servings4 Portions

Prep Time10 Mins

Cook Time35 Mins

Difficulty

Easy

Ingredients

chicken thigh fillets
750 g
small brown onion
1
garlic
3 cloves
green onions/scallions
2
soy sauce
0.3 cup
white vinegar
0.3 tbsp
boiling water
0.5 cups
vegetable oil
2 tbsp
brown sugar
2 tbsp
whole black pepper
1 tbsp
bay leaves or 3 dried
4

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the chicken thighs with the garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, and bay leaves. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 20 minutes, though overnight in the refrigerator will yield the best flavor.

Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade, making sure to reserve the liquid. Sear the chicken for about 1 minute on each side until browned, but do not cook it all the way through.

Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.

Add the remaining oil to the skillet. Sauté the onion for about 1.5 minutes until it becomes translucent and fragrant.

Pour in the reserved marinade, water, brown sugar, and whole black peppercorns. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-high and let it cook for 5 minutes.