Filipino Chicken Adobo
Filipino Chicken Adobo is a savory, tangy stew featuring tender chicken simmered in vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and aromatic spices, delivering a classic taste of Filipino comfort food.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 1 head garlic, peeled and minced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp whole black peppercorns
- 1 cup water
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
- 1 tbsp brown sugar (optional)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic and onion until fragrant and translucent.
- Add chicken thighs and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in soy sauce, vinegar, and water. Add bay leaves, peppercorns, and brown sugar if using.
- Bring to a boil, then lower heat to simmer. Cover and cook for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Remove the lid and continue cooking until sauce reduces and thickens slightly, about 10 minutes.
- Adjust salt to taste. Serve hot with steamed rice.
Notes
For extra depth, marinate the chicken in soy sauce, vinegar, and garlic for at least 1 hour before cooking. Serve with steamed jasmine rice and a side of sautéed greens.