Chicken Adobo Recipe

Name: Chicken Adobo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 12 lbs cut-up chicken; 1 clove garlic, halved; black pepper, to taste; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; ⅔ cup water; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; ¼ teaspoon garlic powder; black pepper, to taste; 1 bay leaf; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 tablespoon water

Servings: persons

3 12 lbs cut-up chicken
1 clove garlic, halved
black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
⅔ cup water
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
black pepper, to taste
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon water

1
Cut chicken thighs and drumsticks apart, if not already done.
2
Cut tips from wings.
3
Remove any excess fat and excess skin.
4
Cut breast into 2 halves, if not already done.
5
Rub chicken pieces all over with the cut garlic.
6
Sprinkle with pepper.
7
Heat oil in a Dutch oven.
8
Add chicken pieces and cut garlic.
9
Cook over medium heat for 10 minutes, turning to cook all sides.
10
Combine water, soy sauce, vinegars, garlic powder, and a sprinkle of pepper in a small bowl.
11
Pour over chicken.
12
Add bay leaf.
13
Bring to a boil.
14
Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, covered, turning chicken occasionally, until tender.
15
Put chicken pieces on a platter and keep warm.
16
Strain cooking liquid into a small pot.
17
Let stand a few minutes to let fat rise to the surface, and skim off.
18
Combine cornstarch and water until smooth.
19
Bring contents of pot to a boil.
20
Gradually stir cornstarch mixture into the boiling liquid.
21
Boil, stirring, until slightly thickened.
22
Spoon over chicken.
23
Serve with boiled white rice.

215

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 12 lbs cut-up chicken, 1 clove garlic, halved, black pepper, to taste, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, 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.

Chicken Adobo

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