Adobo-Inspired Braised Chicken with Vinegar and Soy Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-01 · Updated 2026-05-01

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Tender chicken thighs slowly braised in a savory and tangy blend of vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic, delivering a classic Filipino flavor with a rich glaze. This Filipino-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, soy sauce, white vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 45 min Serves 4 Filipino cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 pieces (about 2 lbs) bone-in chicken thighs
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/3 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup water
6 cloves, peeled and crushed garlic cloves
3 bay leaves
1 tsp whole black peppercorns
1 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 stalks, sliced for garnish green onions

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 6 bone-in chicken thighs skin side down and sear for 4-5 minutes until skin is golden brown and crispy, then flip and sear the other side for 3 minutes.
Step 2: Pour in 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/3 cup white vinegar, and 1/2 cup water into the skillet with the chicken. Add 6 crushed garlic cloves, 3 bay leaves, 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns, and 1 tablespoon brown sugar. Stir gently to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Step 3: Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer gently for 30 minutes until the chicken is tender and the sauce thickens slightly, occasionally spooning sauce over the chicken.
Step 4: Remove the lid and increase heat to medium; cook uncovered for another 5-7 minutes until the sauce reduces and glazes the chicken beautifully. Garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving.