Classic Filipino Chicken Adobo

A savory and tangy Filipino staple featuring chicken braised in a rich marinade of soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and peppercorns.

60 min total Base: 4 servings 380 cal total

Submitted by Mystery Chef AI

Ingredients

Adjust Servings4 servings

1Base: 4 servings32

Fixed ingredients: chicken thighs and drumsticks, cane vinegar, whole black peppercorns, bay leaves — quantities stay the same regardless of serving count.

chicken thighs and drumsticks

1 kg(fixed)

soy sauce

0.5 cup

cane vinegar

0.33 cup(fixed)

garlic cloves, smashed

6 pieces

whole black peppercorns

1 tbsp(fixed)

bay leaves

3 pieces(fixed)

Instructions

Combine chicken, soy sauce, and garlic in a bowl. Marinate for at least 30 minutes to infuse flavors.

Remove chicken from marinade and sear in a hot pan until golden brown on all sides.

Pour the remaining marinade and vinegar into the pan. Do not stir after adding vinegar until it has boiled for a few minutes.

Add peppercorns and bay leaves. Simmer on low heat for 30 minutes until chicken is tender and the sauce has reduced to your desired consistency.

Serve hot over steamed white rice.

💡 Chef's Tip

For the best balance, avoid stirring the pot immediately after adding the vinegar; letting it boil uncovered allows the harsh acidity to mellow into a rounded, tangy depth.

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