Roscoe's Chicken Adobo

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This chicken adobo is incredibly easy to make. Chicken simmers in a soy and vinegar sauce with some savory aromatics, and emerges tender and moist.

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Roscoe Hall
Roscoe Hall
Roscoe Hall
Roscoe Hall is not only a hilarious and unique chef, but also an accomplished artist who works in a variety of media. He is more widely recognized for competing on season 18 of Top Chef.
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Updated on October 14, 2024
Chicken adobo on rice garnished with scallions
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 1 whole chicken, cut into parts

  • 4 cloves garlic

  • 1 onion, chunked

  • 5 leaf bay leaves

  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar

  • 1 cup low sodium soy sauce

  • 1 cup white vinegar

  • 2 cups water

  • 8 black peppercorns

  • steamed rice for serving

Directions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Cook chicken pieces until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

  2. Add garlic, onion, bay leaves, brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, water, and peppercorns. Stir and bring to a nice simmer.

  3. Cover with lid and simmer over medium heat for 15 minutes. Remove the lid and simmer for another 15 minutes. 

  4. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

387 Calories
20g Fat
18g Carbs
31g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 387
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20g 26%
Saturated Fat 5g 23%
Cholesterol 101mg 34%
Sodium 184mg 8%
Total Carbohydrate 18g 6%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 16g
Protein 31g 62%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 44mg 3%
Iron 2mg 10%
Potassium 320mg 7%

* 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.