Garlic-Infused Chicken Adobo with Vinegar Glaze
Tender chicken thighs simmered in a tangy vinegar-garlic sauce until caramelized to a glossy finish, balancing sweet, sour, and savory notes. This filipino-inspired asian ready in about 60 minutes pairs (680g) Chicken thighs, (120ml) Vinegar, (60ml) Soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs (680g) Chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup (120ml) Vinegar
- 1/4 cup (60ml) Soy sauce
- 8, minced Garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp Cooking oil
- 1/4 cup (60ml) Water
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
- 1/2 tsp Salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry, then season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken skin-side down and cook for 5 minutes until golden, then flip and cook 3 minutes more.
- Step 2: Add 8 minced garlic cloves to skillet and cook 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly. Pour in 1/2 cup vinegar, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup water, and 1 tsp sugar. Stir to combine, then bring to a simmer.
- Step 3: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 30 minutes. Uncover, increase heat to medium-high, and simmer 10-15 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Garlic-Infused Chicken Adobo with Vinegar Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (15 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Garlic-Infused Chicken Adobo with Vinegar Glaze?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (680g) chicken thighs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic-Infused Chicken Adobo with Vinegar Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Garlic-Infused Chicken Adobo with Vinegar Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Garlic-Infused Chicken Adobo with Vinegar Glaze?
Filipino asian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
