Slow-Braised Chicken Adobo with Vinegar and Soy

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

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Tender chicken simmered slowly in a tangy blend of vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and spices, capturing the essence of a classic Filipino adobo. This Filipino-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 90 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 350 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: 50 min Serves 4 Filipino cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

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

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Instructions

Step 1: Peel and crush 6 garlic cloves. In a large bowl, combine 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/2 cup white vinegar, 1/2 cup water, crushed garlic, 1 tsp black peppercorns, 3 bay leaves, and 1 tbsp brown sugar, stirring until sugar dissolves.
Step 2: Add 2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs to the marinade and let sit for 30 minutes at room temperature.
Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Remove chicken from marinade (reserve marinade) and brown chicken pieces for 4-5 minutes per side until golden.
Step 4: Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet with the browned chicken. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer gently for 35-40 minutes until chicken is tender and cooked through.
Step 5: Remove the lid, increase heat to medium-high, and cook uncovered for 8-10 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken. Taste and add salt as needed. Serve hot with steamed rice.