Lolah's Chicken Adobo

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My Filipino Mom taught me how to make this traditional dish following the recipe her mother taught her. And though I've made a couple of changes, I guarantee they're Mom-approved. 'Lolah' is 'Grandma' in the Philippines, in case you were wondering. Serve over steamed rice.

close up view of Chicken Adobo with bay leaf on a plate
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 20 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, rinsed and patted dry

  • 6 cloves garlic, peeled and thinly sliced

  • ½ cup soy sauce

  • ½ cup apple cider vinegar

  • ½ cup water

  • 2 tablespoons pickling spice, wrapped in cheesecloth

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat until oil is shimmering. Cook garlic in oil for no more than 30 seconds. Add all of the chicken to the pot; cook, stirring frequently, until chicken is white all over. Do not brown.

  2. Pour in soy sauce, vinegar, and water, and add the pickling spice. Make sure the spice ball is submerged. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to simmer, and place lid on pot so that some steam can escape. Simmer for 1 hour, or until chicken is very tender.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

265 Calories
12g Fat
3g Carbs
35g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 265
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g 15%
Saturated Fat 3g 13%
Cholesterol 141mg 47%
Sodium 1050mg 46%
Total Carbohydrate 3g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 35g 69%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 26mg 2%
Iron 2mg 12%
Potassium 448mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.