Chicken Adobo

A rich and tender Filipino Chicken Adobo dish marinated in soy sauce and vinegar, offering a perfect balance of savory and tangy flavors.

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Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: Filipino

Keyword: adobo recipe, Chicken adobo, Filipino chicken dish, savory chicken

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 45

Marinate Time: 8

Total Time: 8 55

Servings:

Calories: 564kcal

Cost: $9

▢ 4 lbs. bone-in chicken skin-on any bone-in chicken pieces will work ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F
▢ ½ cup soy sauce provides the salty umami flavor
▢ ½ cup apple cider vinegar adds tanginess to balance the soy sauce
▢ 2 tablespoon vegetable oil for browning the chicken
▢ 2 tablespoon honey to add a touch of sweetness
▢ 2 bay leaves whole for aroma and flavor
▢ 1 tablespoon garlic minced about 2 cloves for an aromatic base
▢ 1 tablespoon black peppercorns whole adds heat and depth

Gather and prepare all ingredients.
Arrange the chicken in a large pot in a single layer. You can remove the skin if you prefer.
In a separate bowl, combine the soy sauce, vinegar, honey, vegetable oil, garlic, bay leaves, and black peppercorns. Whisk to dissolve the honey. Optionally, crush the peppercorns lightly.
Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
When ready to cook, add enough water to the pot so that the liquid covers the chicken (about ½ cup). Cover the pot, heat it over a high flame, and bring it to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 30 minutes.
Preheat the broiler on high. Remove the chicken from the pot and place it on a broiler pan (or a sheet pan with wire racks). Broil the chicken for 5–10 minutes, until the top is brown and crispy.
While the chicken is broiling, turn the pot with the remaining soy-vinegar liquid to high heat. Bring it to a rapid boil and reduce the liquid by half (about 5-10 minutes).
Once the chicken is browned, brush or toss it in the reduced soy-vinegar liquid for extra flavor. Serve over rice or noodles and spoon more sauce over the top.

This Filipino classic is full of savory, tangy flavors and tender chicken. Serve it with rice to soak up the delicious sauce!