Famous Chicken Adobo

Classic chicken adobo recipe that's simple to make and loved by all who try it. It has been modified to be a bit saucier than traditional adobo and is delicious served over rice.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 45 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
• Calories: 361 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• ⅓ cup white vinegar
• 2 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 (3 pound) chicken, cut into pieces
• 1 large onion, quartered and sliced
• ⅔ cup low sodium soy sauce

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken pieces until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.

Step 2

Add onion and garlic to the skillet; cook until softened and brown, about 6 minutes. Pour in soy sauce and vinegar and season with garlic powder, black pepper, and bay leaf.

Step 3

Return chicken to pan, increase heat to high, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until chicken is tender and cooked through, 35 to 40 minutes.