Sautéed Chicken Adobo with Vinegar and Soy Sauce Reduction

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-01 · Updated 2026-08-01

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A classic Filipino stew where chicken is simmered in a tangy blend of vinegar and soy sauce until tender and richly flavored. This Filipino-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 80 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 320 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: 40 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Filipino cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 pounds bone-in chicken thighs
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/3 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup water
6 garlic cloves, crushed
3 bay leaves
1 tsp black peppercorns
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tsp white sugar
to taste salt

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1.5 pounds bone-in chicken thighs with 1/3 cup soy sauce, 1/3 cup white vinegar, 6 crushed garlic cloves, 3 bay leaves, 1 tsp black peppercorns, and 1/2 cup water. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Remove chicken pieces from marinade, reserving the marinade, and brown chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden.
Step 3: Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet with the chicken. Add 1 teaspoon white sugar and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Step 4: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
Step 5: Remove the lid, increase heat to medium-high, and simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken, seasoning with salt to taste before serving.