Bobby Flay Chicken Adobo Recipe
This flavorful chicken dish is rich, savory and slightly tangy. It is inspired by the famous Filipino comfort food loved worldwide.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 6 garlic cloves minced
- 1 medium onion sliced
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Green onions for garnish
- Cooked rice for serving
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken
- Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels carefully. Dry chicken browns better and creates richer flavor while cooking evenly.
Heat the Oil
- Place a large skillet over medium heat. Add vegetable oil and allow it to become hot before cooking chicken.
Brown the Chicken
- Add chicken thighs into the skillet carefully. Cook each side until golden brown and slightly crispy on the outside.
Remove the Chicken
- Transfer browned chicken onto a plate temporarily. Keep the flavorful juices inside the skillet for the sauce later.
Cook Onion and Garlic
- Add sliced onion into the skillet. Cook until soft, then stir in garlic and cook for another minute gently.
Add the Sauce Ingredients
- Pour soy sauce, vinegar, and chicken broth into the skillet. Add bay leaves, peppercorns, brown sugar, and sesame oil.
Return the Chicken
- Place chicken thighs back into the sauce carefully. Spoon some sauce over the chicken so flavors coat every piece.
Simmer Slowly
- Cover the skillet loosely and simmer gently for thirty minutes. The chicken will become tender and absorb delicious flavor.
Reduce the Sauce
- Remove the lid and cook for ten more minutes. The sauce should thicken slightly and become rich and glossy.
Serve and Enjoy
- Serve the chicken hot over steamed rice. Garnish with sliced green onions for extra freshness and color before eating.
Notes
- Use chicken drumsticks for extra juicy texture.
- Marinate chicken overnight for stronger flavor.
- Add coconut milk for creamy adobo sauce.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce if preferred.
- Fresh garlic gives better flavor than garlic powder.
- Add sliced chili peppers for spicy heat.
- Simmer slowly for tender chicken results.
- Serve with jasmine rice for classic pairing.
- Add potatoes for a heartier meal.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds before serving.