make this marry me chicken - Filipino style! 🇵🇭🍗
One of my absolute favorite chicken recipes to make is Filipino adobo chicken because it’s so rich in depth and flavor. I make it almost every two weeks 🤭 Note that this recipe takes some prep time before hand but absolutely worth it— recipe ⬇️
🍗 Ingredients
* 2 lbs Chicken drumsticks (bone-in, skin-on)
* 1/2 cup Soy sauce
* 1/3 cup White vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
* 1 cup Water
* 5–6 cloves Garlic, smashed (add more if you like)
* 1 tsp whole black peppercorns (or ground)
* 3 Dried bay leaves
* 1 tbsp Brown sugar (optional)
🥘 Instructions:
* If you have time, marinate the chicken, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, peppercorns, and bay leaves in a bowl for 30 minutes. If you’re in a rush, just skip to step 2! (But I always like to not skip just to add more flavor!).
* Brown only chicken in skillet (don’t add the sauce mixture yet)
* After browning, add sauce and bring it to a boil, then turn the heat down to low. Cover and simmer for about 25–30 minutes until the chicken is tender.
* After, remove the lid and turn the heat up to medium-high and let the sauce boil for another 5–10 minutes to thicken the sauce.
* Serve with cooked jasmine Rice! 😋
Have you eaten adobo chicken before? would you try it?
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Filipino adobo chicken, often considered the national dish of the Philippines, is beloved for its perfect balance of savory, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors. From personal experience, marinating the chicken for at least 30 minutes significantly enhances the depth and complexity of taste, allowing the soy sauce and vinegar to soak into the meat. While the classic recipe uses white vinegar, experimenting with apple cider vinegar can give a subtler, fruitier tang which I found delightful. Also, frying or searing the chicken before simmering is crucial; it locks in the juices and adds a wonderful caramelized aroma to the dish. Cooking the sauce down until it thickens creates a glaze that clings beautifully to the chicken. The use of whole black peppercorns and bay leaves adds aromatic layers that elevate the dish beyond simple chicken stew. This recipe is great for meal prep, as the flavors deepen even more after a day or two in the fridge. When ready to serve, steamed jasmine rice complements the saucy chicken perfectly, soaking up every bit of the delicious sauce. Adding a side of sautéed vegetables or a fresh cucumber salad balances the richness. If you're new to Filipino cuisine, this Marry Me Chicken (a playful name for adobo chicken) is a fantastic introduction. It’s comforting, versatile, and easy to prepare once you get the hang of balancing the vinegar and soy sauce. Whether cooking for yourself or impressing loved ones, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen, just like it has in mine. Don’t hesitate to adjust garlic or sugar amounts to suit your taste – adobo is famously adaptable!