Filipino Chicken Adobo Recipe

Name: Filipino Chicken Adobo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs chicken pieces; 3 -4 cloves garlic, minced (I prefer to smash the cloves, which is more traditional); 1/3 cup white vinegar; 1/4 teaspoon black peppercorns, cracked; 1 bay leaf; 1/3 cup soy sauce; 3/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste (I leave this out)); to taste vegetable oil (for sauteing) or to taste vegetable oil cooking spray (for sauteing); 3 -4 medium potatoes, cut in 1 in. pieces (optional); to taste water (to cover)

Servings: persons

1
Combine all ingredients in a deep glass or stainless steel sauce pan.
2
Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat to medium low.
3
Cover and simmer for about 30 minutes or until the meat is very tender.
4
Gently turn the meat occasionally during the course of cooking.
5
Remove the meat from the sauce and pan-fry in a little oil until browned on all sides.
6
Transfer to a serving platter or bowl and cover with sauce. Serve with warm steamed rice.
7
While the recipe says to saute the meat after it's cooked, I usually brown the meat before adding the remainder of the incredients. I have no idea what difference this makes, if any.
8
I adapted this from a recipe in Philippine Recipes Made Easy, by Violeta A. Noriega.

652

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* 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.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 lbs chicken pieces, 3 -4 cloves garlic, minced (I prefer to smash the cloves, which is more traditional), 1/3 cup white vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon black peppercorns, cracked, and more.

Yes, Filipino 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Filipino Chicken Adobo

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Variations & substitutions

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