Mom's Filipino Chicken Adobo

Experience the bold, tangy, and savory flavors of **Mom’s Filipino Chicken Adobo**, a beloved family recipe that perfectly balances simplicity and satisfaction. This quintessential Filipino dish showcases tender, juicy bone-in chicken thighs slow-braised in a richly seasoned marinade of soy sauce, white vinegar, garlic, bay leaves, and whole black peppercorns. Each bite bursts with umami and a fragrant aroma, with the optional hint of sugar adding a subtle sweetness to the flavorful sauce. Ready in under an hour, this comforting one-pot recipe pairs beautifully with steamed white rice to soak up every drop of the luscious adobo sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a nostalgic culinary adventure, this traditional Filipino dish will transport you straight to the heart of home-cooked goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Bone-in chicken thighs
• 0.5 cup Soy sauce
• 0.5 cup White vinegar
• 0.5 cup Water
• 6 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 3 pieces Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Whole black peppercorns
• 2 tablespoons Cooking oil
• 1 teaspoon Sugar (optional for balance)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl or resealable bag, combine the chicken thighs, soy sauce, vinegar, minced garlic, bay leaves, and peppercorns. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight in the refrigerator for best flavor.

Step 2

Remove the chicken from the marinade and set the marinade aside for use later.

Step 3

Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a large, deep skillet or pot over medium heat.

Step 4

Sear the chicken thighs on both sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet and bring it to a simmer. Add 0.5 cup of water to dilute the sauce slightly.

Step 6

Return the seared chicken to the skillet and cover with a lid. Lower the heat to medium-low and let the chicken braise for 25-30 minutes, turning the pieces halfway through to ensure even cooking.

Step 7

Optional: Add 1 teaspoon of sugar to balance the flavors, stirring it into the sauce.

Step 8

Remove the lid and allow the sauce to simmer for another 10-15 minutes to thicken, spooning the sauce over the chicken occasionally.

Step 9

Serve hot over steamed white rice, and enjoy your comforting plate of Mom's Filipino Chicken Adobo.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1328.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2293.5

Total Fat 169.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 734.8mg	0%
Sodium 5252.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 20.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g	0%
Total Sugars 4.9g
Protein 160.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 205.9mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 2653.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.9%

Protein: 28.5%

Carbs: 3.6%