Slow Cooker Adobo Chicken

Dive into the rich, tangy, and savory flavors of Slow Cooker Adobo Chicken, a Filipino-inspired dish that's as effortless to make as it is satisfying to eat. This recipe transforms tender, bone-in chicken thighs into a fall-apart masterpiece by simmering them in a flavor-packed blend of soy sauce, white vinegar, garlic, and aromatic bay leaves. A quick browning step adds extra depth to the chicken, while the slow cooker does the hard work, locking in the savory-sweet goodness enhanced by a touch of brown sugar and whole black peppercorns. Served over fluffy white rice and optionally garnished with vibrant green onions, this comforting, one-pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. With minimal hands-on time and maximum flavor payoff, this slow cooker adobo chicken is a must-try for fans of bold, easy-to-make comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 pieces Bone-in, skinless chicken thighs
• 0.5 cup Soy sauce
• 0.25 cup White vinegar
• 0.25 cup Water
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 leaves Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Whole black peppercorns
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 1 medium Onion, sliced
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 4 cups Cooked white rice (for serving)
• 2 tablespoons Chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Lightly brown the chicken thighs for 2-3 minutes per side. This step enhances the flavor but is optional.

Step 2

In a slow cooker, whisk together soy sauce, vinegar, water, minced garlic, brown sugar, and black peppercorns.

Step 3

Add the sliced onion and bay leaves to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.

Step 4

Place the browned chicken thighs in the slow cooker, nestling them into the sauce and onion mixture to ensure they are well-coated.

Step 5

Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.

Step 6

Remove the bay leaves and discard them. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed (e.g., add a touch of additional sugar or soy sauce depending on your preference).

Step 7

Serve the adobo chicken with steamed white rice, drizzling some of the sauce over the rice for extra flavor.

Step 8

Garnish with chopped green onions for a pop of color and freshness (optional).

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2596.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4072.9

Total Fat 149.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 1308mg	0%
Sodium 5613.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 307.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.5g	0%
Total Sugars 16.5g
Protein 352.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 359.3mg	0%
Iron 25.2mg	0%
Potassium 4038.5mg	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: 33.7%

Protein: 35.4%

Carbs: 30.9%