Filipino Chicken Adobo

A jalapeno, garlic, and soy mixture does double duty in this popular Filipino chicken adobo recipe, serving as a marinade for the chicken wings and a base for the sauce.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 162 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• 3 bay leaves
• 1 pound chicken wings
• 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon white sugar, or to taste
• 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
• 4 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and sliced
• 1.5 cups water
• 0.25 teaspoon fine salt, or to taste

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Whisk soy sauce, jalapeno peppers, and garlic together in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Add chicken wings and toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

Step 2

Remove chicken wings from the marinade and shake off excess. Reserve marinade.

Step 3

Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Place chicken wings in the hot oil and pan-fry for 2 minutes per side. Slowly pour in reserved marinade (including garlic) and water. Bring to a boil. Add bay leaves and peppercorns and simmer until chicken is tender, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Step 4

Stir in vinegar and cook for 5 minutes. Stir again and season with sugar and salt to taste. Serve hot.