Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsNaung Mai Thai KitchenChicken Adobo Plate Recipe

Chicken Adobo Plate Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Serving Ingredients

Method

Preparing the Chicken

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a large bowl, combine the chicken thighs, soy sauce, vinegar, minced garlic, bay leaves, and black peppercorns. Ensure the chicken is fully coated with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for the best flavor.

  2. 2

    Sear the Chicken

    In a large pot or deep skillet, heat the cooking oil over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade (reserve the marinade) and sear the chicken pieces, skin-side down, until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Flip and sear the other side for another 5 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Cooking the Adobo

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In the same pot, add the reserved marinade and water. Stir to combine, then return the chicken to the pot, skin-side up.

  2. 4

    Simmer

    Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for about 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.

  3. 5

    Reduce Sauce

    Once the chicken is cooked, remove the lid and let it simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes, allowing the sauce to reduce and thicken slightly.

Serving the Dish

  1. 6

    Serve

    On a large plate, serve a generous portion of cooked white rice topped with the chicken adobo. Garnish with chopped green onions and sliced hard-boiled eggs on the side. Enjoy!

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