low carb chicken adobo recipe

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By alie

If you’re looking for a delicious and healthy low-carb recipe to add to your rotation, you have to try this chicken adobo dish! It’s packed with flavor and easy to make. Here’s how:

Instant Pot Chicken Adobo

Adobo chicken recipe

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup chopped garlic
  • 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions:

  1. Place the chicken thighs in the Instant Pot, skin side up.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, vinegar, water, garlic, peppercorns, and bay leaves.
  3. Pour the mixture over the chicken.
  4. Close the lid and set the Instant Pot to manual high pressure for 15 minutes.
  5. Once the cooking time is complete, use the quick release method to release the pressure.
  6. Remove the chicken from the Instant Pot and set aside.
  7. Press the sauté button on the Instant Pot and add the olive oil to the pot.
  8. Using a fork, remove and discard the chicken skin.
  9. Return the chicken to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
  10. Serve hot with a side of cauliflower rice or steamed veggies.

Instant pot chicken adobo

Adobo Chicken Recipe

If you prefer to make this dish on the stove top or in the oven, here’s what you’ll need to do:

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup chopped garlic
  • 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
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Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large cast iron skillet or oven-safe pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Place the chicken thighs in the skillet or pot, skin side down, and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
  4. Turn the chicken over and cook for an additional 5 minutes, until browned on both sides.
  5. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, vinegar, water, garlic, peppercorns, and bay leaves.
  6. Pour the mixture over the chicken.
  7. Cover the skillet or pot and transfer to the oven.
  8. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
  9. Serve hot with a side of cauliflower rice or steamed veggies.

This chicken adobo recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves bold and flavorful meals. Give it a try and let us know what you think!

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