Authentic Chicken Adobo Recipe

Name: Authentic Chicken Adobo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups coconut vinegar; 1/2 cup soy sauce; 1 head garlic, peeled and coarsely chopped; 10 bay leaves; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper; 1 1/2 teaspoons annatto powder; 5 1/2 pounds cut-up chicken parts; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided; 1 head garlic, peeled and coarsely chopped; 1 1/2 teaspoons annatto powder

Servings: persons

2 cups coconut vinegar
1/2 cup soy sauce
1 head garlic, peeled and coarsely chopped
10 bay leaves
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons annatto powder
5 1/2 pounds cut-up chicken parts
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1 head garlic, peeled and coarsely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons annatto powder

1
Combine vinegar, soy sauce,1 head garlic, bay leaves, garlic powder, black pepper, and 1 1/2 teaspoons annatto powder in a large bowl. Add chicken, stir to coat with marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
2
Remove chicken from the marinade and pat dry. Reserve the marinade.
3
Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in the hot oil until browned, about 4 minutes per side. Remove skillet from heat.
4
Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir 1 head garlic until browned, about 3 minutes. Add 1 1/2 teaspoons annatto powder; simmer for 3 minutes.
5
Pour annatto mixture over chicken and add reserved marinade. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook until chicken is tender, about 45 minutes. Uncover and cook until sauce has reduced slightly, about 10 minutes.

1768

kcal

Calories

Fat

135

Carbs

220

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups coconut vinegar, 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1 head garlic, peeled and coarsely chopped, 10 bay leaves, and more.

Yes, Authentic Chicken Adobo 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.

Authentic Chicken Adobo

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