Roscoe’s Chicken Adobo

Roscoe’s Chicken Adobo is a simple yet flavorful Filipino dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners. The chicken is simmered in a savory soy sauce and vinegar mixture with aromatic garlic, onions, and bay leaves, resulting in tender, juicy chicken with a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors.

Ingredients

• • • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

    • 1 whole chicken, cut into parts

    • 4 cloves garlic, smashed

    • 1 onion, cut into chunks

    • 5 bay leaves

    • 1/2 cup light brown sugar

    • 1 cup low sodium soy sauce

    • 1 cup white vinegar

    • 2 cups water

    • 8 whole black peppercorns

    • Steamed rice for serving

Directions

1. Brown the Chicken

In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.

2. Add Aromatics and Liquids

Once the chicken is browned, add:

• • • Garlic

    • Onion chunks

    • Bay leaves

    • Brown sugar

    • Soy sauce

    • Vinegar

    • Water

    • Black peppercorns

Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

3. Simmer the Chicken

Cover the pot with a lid and let the chicken simmer over medium heat for 15 minutes. Afterward, remove the lid and continue simmering for another 15 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken and the flavors to deepen.

4. Serve

Serve the tender chicken adobo over a bed of steamed rice and enjoy the savory, tangy goodness.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

• • • Calories: 387

    • Fat: 20g

    • Carbohydrates: 18g

    • Protein: 31g

Roscoe’s Chicken Adobo is the ultimate comfort food with its rich, tangy sauce and tender chicken. Perfect for any family meal!

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