How to Make Chicken Adobo I - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken Adobo is a classic Filipino dish that is beloved for its rich and tangy flavors. This dish is a staple in many Filipino households, and it's easy to see why. The combination of soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and peppercorns creates a savory and mouthwatering sauce that perfectly complements the tender and juicy chicken.

There are many variations of Chicken Adobo, but in this recipe, we'll be focusing on the traditional method of cooking this dish. We'll be using bone-in chicken ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 1 cup distilled white vinegar
  • 4 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns
  • 4 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 2 tablespoons salt, or to taste
  • 1 (2 to 3 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 5
  • Yield: 5 servings

  • In a large pot, combine the water, vinegar, soy sauce, peppercorns, garlic and salt. Mix together, add chicken pieces and simmer over low heat (uncovered) until chicken is cooked through and tender (25 to 35 minutes).
  • Remove chicken from pot and brown in oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
  • Return chicken, with oil/juices, back to pot with reserved sauce. Cover and simmer over medium heat until sauce reaches desired consistency.
  • Nutrition

    340 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 100mg
    • Sodium: 3600mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 2g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 33g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 29mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 255mg