Best 3 Authentic Chicken Adobo Recipes

**Savor the Authentic Flavors of Chicken Adobo: A Filipino Culinary Delight**

Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Filipino cuisine with chicken adobo, a dish deeply embedded in the country's culinary heritage. This beloved dish showcases the perfect balance of tangy, savory, and slightly sweet flavors, tantalizing taste buds with every bite. As you explore the authentic chicken adobo recipe presented here, discover the secrets behind achieving the perfect balance of flavors using pantry staples like soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and black peppercorns. But that's not all – this article also unveils variations of this classic dish, including a version made with pork, a vegetarian take featuring tofu, and even a delightful chicken adobo pasta. Get ready to expand your culinary horizons and experience the versatility of this Filipino gem.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

AUTHENTIC CHICKEN ADOBO

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Adobo is a simple and hearty Filipino dish. In this version, chicken is marinated in vinegar and soy sauce, then slowly cooked with garlic and spices. Serve over steamed white rice.

Provided by Allrecipes

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Filipino

Time 5h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 cups coconut vinegar
½ cup soy sauce
1 head garlic, peeled and coarsely chopped
10 bay leaves
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper
1 ½ teaspoons annatto powder
5 ½ pounds cut-up chicken parts
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1 head garlic, peeled and coarsely chopped
1 ½ teaspoons annatto powder

Steps:

Combine vinegar, soy sauce,1 head garlic, bay leaves, garlic powder, black pepper, and 1 1/2 teaspoons annatto powder in a large bowl. Add chicken, stir to coat with marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
Remove chicken from the marinade and pat dry. Reserve the marinade.
Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in the hot oil until browned, about 4 minutes per side. Remove skillet from heat.
Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir 1 head garlic until browned, about 3 minutes. Add 1 1/2 teaspoons annatto powder; simmer for 3 minutes.
Pour annatto mixture over chicken and add reserved marinade. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook until chicken is tender, about 45 minutes. Uncover and cook until sauce has reduced slightly, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 635 calories, Carbohydrate 7.2 g, Cholesterol 194.4 mg, Fat 37.7 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 54.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 1084.2 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

AUTHENTIC FILIPINO CHICKEN ADOBO

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Make and share this Authentic Filipino Chicken Adobo recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dageret

Categories Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 13-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

5 lbs chopped up chicken or 5 lbs chicken wings
3 tablespoons minced garlic
1 large chopped onion
2 bay leaves
3/4-1 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon whole black peppercorn
1/2 cup water
salt
10 cups cooked white rice

Steps:

This serves about 13-15 people. Saute the chicken, garlic, and onion until browned. Add the rest of the ingredients and cook on medium heat until it has a stew consistency. (Or becomes stew-like)
Note: you may want to try the vinegar and soy sauce a little at time until you get the right flavor.
Then serve hot, over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432.7, Fat 16.3, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 79.6, Sodium 1003.5, Carbohydrate 43.7, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.8, Protein 25.1

AUTHENTIC FILIPINO CHICKEN ADOBO

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My father was stationed in the Phillipines for a few years when I was young. My mom hated the heat. In fact, this recipe was one of the few things she actually loved about the place! Our 'house-girl' taught us the joy of chicken adobo, and we taught her the joy of pancakes. VEGETARIAN'S NOTE: I now substitute tofu for the chicken, cutting the tofu into chunks and letting it soak in the liquid ingredients (other than water) and with the garlic and onion for some time before I start cooking so it absorbs the flavor a little more like chicken. Still an absolute favorite for my family!

Provided by Seebee

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 5-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 package boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into chunks (or Tofu--see note)
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 potatoes, chunked
3 carrots, in thick slices
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup white vinegar (or Filipino, Japanese, or Korean vinegar)
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup cooking wine (preferably white)
1 dash salt and pepper
3 bay leaves
1 dash italian seasoning or 1 dash oregano
1 dash orange rind
cornstarch (2 tbsp mixed w/ water)

Steps:

Into a medium large saucepan, put 2 cups of water, chicken (or tofu--see note), onion, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, cooking wine, and sugar.
Bring it to a boil.
Add the spices and simmer 5 minutes.
Add the vegetables and cook until tender.
Thicken the sauce with the cornstarch mixture.
Serve with steamed rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.8, Fat 0.2, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 839.5, Carbohydrate 40.5, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 14.3, Protein 4.8

Tips:

Use a whole chicken: This will give your adobo more flavor. If you don't have a whole chicken, you can use chicken pieces, but the flavor won't be as good.
Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes: This will help the flavors to penetrate the chicken.
Use a variety of vinegars: This will give your adobo a more complex flavor. White vinegar, apple cider vinegar, and rice vinegar are all good choices.
Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken is best when it is cooked through but still moist. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough.
Serve with rice: Rice is the traditional accompaniment to adobo. It helps to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

Chicken adobo is a Filipino dish that is easy to make and packed with flavor. It is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides. Chicken adobo is a great way to introduce Filipino cuisine to your friends and family.