How to Make Margo's Chicken Adobo - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken adobo is a classic Filipino dish that is beloved for its tangy, savory, and slightly sweet flavors. Each family has their own unique recipe, and Margo's Chicken Adobo is a particularly delicious take on this traditional dish. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this recipe is perfect for both experienced cooks and beginners.

Margo's Chicken Adobo starts with chicken pieces that are marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and bay leaves. This marinad...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 3 pounds chicken drumsticks and thighs
  • 1 onion, coarsely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 10 whole black peppercorns
  • 1 cinnamon stick

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Heat canola oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat, and pan-fry the chicken drumsticks and thighs until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken pieces, and set aside. Stir onion and garlic into the hot skillet, and cook and stir until the vegetables are browned, about 8 minutes.
  • Pour in apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, and water; stir in bay leaves, peppercorns, and the cinnamon stick. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, scraping up and dissolving any browned flavor bits from the bottom of the pan. Return chicken pieces and any juice that has formed to the pan.
  • Cover, reduce heat to a simmer, and simmer until the chicken is thoroughly cooked, about 45 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    323 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 96mg
    • Sodium: 1150mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 30g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 40mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 347mg