Filipino Chicken Adobo Simmered in Coconut Milk

Name: Filipino Chicken Adobo Simmered in Coconut Milk
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 500 grams Chicken drumsticks or bone-in thigh meat Refer to Step 7; 1/4 of a small onion Onion; 2 clove Garlic; 2 tbsp * Soy sauce; 1/2 tbsp * Vinegar; 1/2 tbsp * Sugar; 1 dash * Black pepper; 1 Bay leaf (key ingredient); 100 ml Coconut milk; 1 Vegetable oil

Servings: persons

1
Roughly mince the garlic, and thinly slice the onion.
2
Heat the oil, garlic, and onion in a pot or frying pan, and saute until tender, then add the chicken and continue to saute.
3
Once the chicken cooks through about half way, add the * seasoning ingredients.
4
Fold the bay leaf in half and add it to the pan.
5
After adding the vinegar, don't touch the pan until it comes to a boil.
6
Cover with a lid and simmer over low heat for 20 minutes to allow the meat to absorb the flavors.
7
Although at first the amount of liquid may not appear to be enough, juice will be released from the chicken, so not to worry.
8
Once the sauce becomes thick, add the coconut milk and simmer for about 1 minute, then it's done!
9
Pour the sauce over the rice before serving.
10
Use thick pieces of chicken, such as chicken thigh or drumsticks.
11
Chicken wings or other cuts of chicken are not suitable, since they don't release a sufficient amount of juice.

467

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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: 500 grams Chicken drumsticks or bone-in thigh meat Refer to Step 7, 1/4 of a small onion Onion, 2 clove Garlic, 2 tbsp * Soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Filipino Chicken Adobo Simmered in Coconut Milk 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!