How to Make Filipino Chicken Adobo (Adobong Manok Recipe)
A savory, tangy, and comforting dish that's perfect for beginners and Filipino food lovers!
If there's one dish that captures the heart and soul of Filipino cooking, it's Chicken Adobo, or Adobong Manok. With its irresistible balance of savory, tangy, and garlicky flavors, this classic comfort food is loved in every Filipino household. The best part? It's incredibly simple to make, even if you're new to cooking! Whether you're a fan of Filipino cuisine or just curious to try something new, this easy-to-follow recipe will guide you through making the perfect Chicken Adobo — tender, flavorful, and wonderfully satisfying. Let’s get started!
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Ingredients of How to Make Filipino Chicken Adobo, Adobong Manok Recipe
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- 5 Minutes
- 6 Serving
- 276 Calories
- 5 cloves garlic
- 3 pounds bone-in chicken thighs, drumsticks, or a combination
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil, such as canola
- 3 dried bay leaves
- 2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 cup soy sauce, preferably a Filipino brand like Silver Swan
- 1/3 cup cane vinegar
- 3 tablespoons oyster sauce
- Steamed white rice, for serving
Filipino Chicken Adobo Ingredients
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Method & Directions of How to Make Filipino Chicken Adobo, Adobong Manok Recipe
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- 42 Minutes
- Sear the chicken.
تم نسخ الرابطPat your choice of meat dry with paper towels, season with salt, then sear in a Dutch oven (or large heavy-bottomed pot) until browned all over. Transfer chicken to a plate.
- Make the adobo.
تم نسخ الرابطToast garlic cloves, dried bay leaves, and whole peppercorns in the residual oil, then add water, soy sauce, cane vinegar, and oyster sauce, scraping any brown bits on the bottom. Return chicken to the pot and simmer until cooked through.
- Broil the chicken.
تم نسخ الرابطPlace the chicken on a foil-lined baking sheet and broil until browned.
- Serve with rice.
تم نسخ الرابطPile rice onto a plate, add a chicken piece or two, then drench everything with sauce.