Goreyhaus' Filipino Chicken Adobo
By: Gorey
Published: Wednesday, January 13, 2010 - 8:15am

Ingredients




10 inches chicken thighs, bones  and skin on
4 large garlic cloves, crushed or chopped
 cup soy sauce
2/3 cup water
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper OR 6 whole black peppercorns

Preparation

1 Wash the chicken thighs in cool water and pat dry with paper towels. 2 Place all the chicken in the bottom of a deep pot or Dutch oven. 3 Add all the remaining ingredients and stir to combine. 4 Place pot over medium heat, partially covered, and bring to a low boil. 5 Cook for about 45 minutes, or until chicken is thoroughly cooked; stirring often to be sure chicken cooks evenly, and is well-coated with sauce. 6 When chicken is cooked, remove lid and allow sauce to reduce & thicken slightly; about 5 to 10 minutes. 7 Remove bay leaves and serve.

About


Serve this authentic Filipino family recipe with steamed rice and vegetables. Excellent with steamed fresh green beans, chopped ripe tomatoes, and a cucumber salad (with a simple oil & vinegar dressing).

Comments:
maka

Both Chicken and Pork Adobo are very popular dishes here in Hawaii. It's one of those recipes that have crossed the to every race in the islands.  Dam it's 2 am and I am hungry for Chicken Adobo!!!  It's not unheard of me cooking in the kitchen this time in the morning,  ha ha.