Authentic Chicken Adobo
Not many dishes capture the heart of Filipino cuisine quite like chicken adobo. A perfect blend of savory, tangy, and umami flavors, this iconic recipe has found a place on tables worldwide. My version leans into the universal appeal of chicken wings—a crowd favorite—making it perfect for gatherings or simply indulging in comfort food that
- Prep time
- 35 min
- Cook time
- 45 min
- Yield
- 2 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 2 lbs Chicken Wings
- 1 tbsp Oil
- 1/2 cup Water
- 2 Bay Leaves
- 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
- 2 tbsp Dark Soy Sauce
- 1/2 cup White Vinegar
- 2 tbsp Brown Sugar
- 6 Garlic Cloves
- 1/2 tbsp Whole Peppercorns
- Green Onions
- Black Pepper
Instructions
- 1
Marinade:
- 2
In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, dark soy sauce, white vinegar, brown sugar, garlic cloves and whole peppercorns. Mix well and ensure sugar is fully dissolved
- 3
Add chicken wings and coat evenly. Allow chicken to marinate in the fridge for a minimum of 30 minutes, but overnight is optimal
- 4
Cook:
- 5
Remove chicken wings from the marinade and reserve the marinade for later, then pat wings dry with a paper towel
- 6
To a big pan or pot on medium-high heat, add a splash of oil, and sear the marinated chicken wings on both sides for 1-2 minutes
- 7
Pour in the reserved marinade, and add just enough water to cover about 75% of the chicken. Bring up to a boil, skim off any impurities then add in bay leaves. Lower the heat, and let it simmer covered for 30-45 minutes or until chicken is tender
- 8
Make any final adjustments to seasonings
- 9
Serve:
- 10
Serve the chicken adobo over rice, spooning over plenty of sauce. Garnish with green onions and black pepper, and enjoy!