Classic Chicken Adobo
This iconic Filipino dish braises chicken in a savory blend of soy sauce, vinegar, and aromatics until the meat is fall-off-the-bone tender. It is a timeless comfort food that fills the kitchen with an irresistible tangy aroma.
Tender chicken simmered in a bold soy-vinegar sauce with garlic and bay leaves.
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Ingredients
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Aromatics
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Instructions
Combine and Marinate
In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces with soy sauce, vinegar, smashed garlic, bay leaves, and black peppercorns. Toss everything together until the chicken is evenly coated and allow it to marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature.
Simmer the Chicken
Transfer the chicken and all of the marinade into a wide heavy-bottomed pan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes, turning the chicken halfway through.
Reduce the Sauce
Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high. Allow the sauce to reduce and concentrate for about 10 minutes, spooning it over the chicken occasionally, until the liquid thickens to a glossy coating.
Sear and Serve
Optionally, remove the chicken and sear it skin-side down in a separate hot pan with a little oil for 3 to 4 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden. Serve over steamed white rice with the reduced sauce drizzled on top.
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