Chicken Adobo

Chicken Adobo is a popular Filipino dish that is known for its rich and savory flavor. The word "adobo" comes from the Spanish term "adobar," which means "to marinate." In this dish, chicken is marinated in a mixture of vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and black pepper, making it tender and flavorful. Here's a recipe for Chicken Adobo that you can try at home:

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, black pepper, and bay leaf. Mix well, making sure that the chicken pieces are well-coated with the marinade. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.

2. Remove the chicken from the marinade, and reserve the marinade.

3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

4. In the same skillet, sauté the onion until softened.

5. Add the reserved marinade, water, and browned chicken pieces to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 45 minutes or until the chicken is tender and the sauce has thickened.

6. Taste the adobo and add salt if needed.

7. Serve the Chicken Adobo over hot rice, garnished with chopped green onions if desired.

Chicken Adobo can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can also be frozen for up to a month. Enjoy your cooking!