Let me tell you something, my people. If you haven’t tried Chicken Adobo yet, you are missing out on one of the greatest things life has to offer. I’m not kidding, this stuff is like gold. And lucky for you, I’ve got not one, but TWO recipes that will change your life.
First up, we’ve got some Simple Skillet Chicken Drumsticks. And when I say simple, I mean this recipe is so easy even your annoying cousin who can’t even boil water could handle it.
Now, let me take a moment to introduce you to my old friend Adobo. This classic Filipino dish is all about the sauce. It’s got vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and a few other magical ingredients that come together to create a tangy, savory, and slightly sweet flavor that will make your taste buds sing.
Okay, now let’s get cooking.
Simple Skillet Chicken Drumsticks
Ingredients:
– 8 chicken drumsticks
– 3/4 cup white vinegar
– 1/2 cup soy sauce
– 1/4 cup brown sugar
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 bay leaf
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Green onions, chopped (optional)
Instructions:
1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Season the chicken drumsticks with salt and pepper.
3. Place the drumsticks into the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes per side.
4. Add the vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and bay leaf to the skillet.
5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let the chicken simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
6. Garnish with green onions, if desired, and serve over rice.
Okay, now that you’ve got the basics down, let’s kick things up a notch with Andrea the Kitchen Witch’s Filipino Adobo Drumsticks. This recipe brings together some unexpected flavors and will have you feeling like a gourmet chef in no time.
Andrea the Kitchen Witch’s Filipino Adobo Drumsticks
Ingredients:
– 3 pounds chicken drumsticks
– 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
– 1/2 cup soy sauce
– 1/2 cup light brown sugar
– 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
– 6 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
– 1 tablespoon sesame oil
– 1 tablespoon cornstarch
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Red pepper flakes, to taste
– Green onions, chopped (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2. Season the chicken drumsticks with salt and pepper.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, hoisin sauce, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes.
4. Add the chicken to the bowl and toss to coat.
5. Transfer the chicken and sauce to a baking dish and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
6. Garnish with green onions, if desired, and serve over rice.
Now, my people, you’ve got two irresistibly delicious ways to enjoy the wonder that is Chicken Adobo. Trust me, once you try it, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it. So go forth and cook, my friends. Your taste buds will thank you.
