Savor the heart of Filipino cuisine with Chicken Adobo: a dish where chicken soaks up a perfectly balanced marinade of soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and a blend of spices. This creates a mouthwatering medley of sweet and tangy tastes that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you eager for another bite.
Add grated garlic, ginger, soy sauce, bay leaves, rice vinegar, and chili flakes in a bowl
Mix everything well to combine
Toss in boneless, skinless chicken thighs and let them soak up the goodness for at least 15-20 minutes (or overnight if you can wait)
Pan-Fry the Chicken
Heat a pan with oil over medium heat. Add those marinated chicken thighs
Sear them for 3-5 minutes on each side, then set them aside
Prepare Filipino Chicken Adobo
In the same pan, add minced garlic and shallots. Sauté until aromatic
Pour in the remaining marinade, black pepper, salt, and brown sugar, and stir. Then add water and bring it to a boil
Return the pan-fried chicken thighs to the mix. Simmer and cook for 20-25 minutes, occasionally giving the chicken a saucy hug
When the sauce turns thick and glossy, sprinkle some spring onions to garnish
To Serve & Savor
Pair this delicious Chicken Adobo with white rice, brown rice, jasmine rice, noodles, or any other Asian-inspired sides that tickle your palate
Notes
Fresh Aromatics: Boost your dish's taste with fresh ginger, garlic, shallots, and spring onions for a fabulous flavor.
Marinating Magic: Marinate the chicken to saturate it with rich, fresh flavors, whether for 15 minutes or overnight.
Save the Marinade: Keep the marinade aside; it's perfect for creating an irresistible adobo sauce.
Sear for Crispness: Sear boneless thighs for 3-5 minutes on each side to achieve a delicious outer crisp, then let them simmer in the sauce for 20-25 minutes to soak up even more taste.
Get Creative: Venture beyond the basics by adding coconut milk or chicken broth to give your adobo a personal twist. It's all about your culinary creativity!