Adobo Chicken with Bacon and Bay Leaves Recipe

Name: Adobo Chicken with Bacon and Bay Leaves
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 ounces thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/4-inch matchsticks; 6 large chicken thighs (about 8 ounces each); Salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 1 large shallot, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons coconut vinegar or cider vinegar (see Note); 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce; 1 1/2 tablespoons shiro shoyu (white soy sauce; see Note); 6 bay leaves; Pinch of cayenne

Servings: persons

3 ounces thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/4-inch matchsticks
6 large chicken thighs (about 8 ounces each)
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 large shallot, thinly sliced
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons coconut vinegar or cider vinegar (see Note)
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons shiro shoyu (white soy sauce; see Note)
6 bay leaves
Pinch of cayenne

1
In a large, deep skillet, cook the bacon over moderate heat until browned, 3 minutes.
2
Transfer the bacon to a plate, leaving the fat in the skillet.
3
Season the chicken lightly with salt and pepper and add it to the skillet, skin side up.
4
Cook over moderately low heat, turning once, until browned all over, 12 minutes.
5
Transfer the chicken to a plate.
6
Spoon off all but 2 tablespoons of the fat from the skillet.
7
Add the garlic and shallot and cook over low heat, stirring, until softened, about 3 minutes.
8
Add the vinegar and cook until reduced by half, scraping up any bits stuck to the pan, about 2 minutes.
9
Add the broth, fish sauce, shiro shoyu, bay leaves and cayenne and bring to a simmer.
10
Return the chicken and bacon to the skillet and cook over moderately low heat, turning once or twice, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is reduced by half, about 30 minutes.
11
Discard the bay leaves, spoon off the excess fat and serve.

904

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

109

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 ounces thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/4-inch matchsticks, 6 large chicken thighs (about 8 ounces each), Salt, Freshly ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Adobo Chicken with Bacon and Bay Leaves falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Adobo Chicken with Bacon and Bay Leaves

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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