Welcome to my kitchen, where the aroma of Filipino Chicken Adobo is filling the air! Today’s recipe is inspired by the traditional Filipino cuisine, which is one of the best comfort foods around.
First up, I came across this fantastic recipe on the internet that says slow-cooking is the secret to the perfect Adobo. Now, I’m usually pretty skeptical about internet recipes. Still, this one looks promising, plus it’s a slow-cooker recipe, which means I can just dump everything in and forget about it.
The recipe calls for chicken thighs, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, bay leaves, and whole peppercorns. Sounds easy enough, right? Let’s get to cooking!
Slow Cooker Chicken Adobo Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup vinegar
- 10 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp whole peppercorns
Instructions:
- Add the chicken thighs to the slow cooker.
- In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, bay leaves, and whole peppercorns. Pour the mixture over the chicken.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
- When the chicken is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it with a fork.
- Transfer the sauce to a saucepan and cook over medium-high heat until it thickens, about 10 minutes.
- Add the shredded chicken back to the slow cooker and pour the sauce over it. Give it a good stir.
- Cook on HIGH for another 20-30 minutes or until the chicken has absorbed all the sauce.
- Enjoy your slow-cooked Chicken Adobo, served over rice or with your favorite vegetables!
This dish is perfect for those cold days when all you want is something warm, delicious, and comforting. Trust me on this one; I know comfort food when I taste it! But don’t just take my word for it. Try this recipe out for yourself and let the smells and flavors of the Philippines transport you to a place of pure culinary satisfaction.
So, what are you waiting for? Grab your slow cooker and start cooking! And don’t forget to share this recipe with your friends and family; they’ll thank you for it later. Happy cooking!