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Chicken Adobo Recipe (boneless thigh)

This is a recipe for Filipino chicken adobo using boneless chicken thigh. This is an easy recipe that can be served during special occassions.
Prep Time1 hour
Cook Time1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: adobo recipes, adobong manok
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 541kcal
Author: Vanjo Merano

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs. chicken thigh boneless
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 onion minced
  • 1 Knorr chicken cube
  • 4 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon oyster sauce
  • 5 tablespoons vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 3 tablespoons green onion sliced
  • Salt and ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Prepare the chicken by removing the bones. Use a sharp knife and score the meat around the bone until you can easily pull out the bone. You can also remove the skin if preferred.
  • Crush 3 cloves of garlic and combine with soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper. Stir and add the chicken. Marinate for at least 1 hour.
  • Heat oil in a pan. Fry the marinated chicken for 2 minutes per side. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  • Sauté the onion and remaining garlic. Once the onion softens, add the chicken back into the pan. Sauté for 2 minutes.
  • Pour the remaining marinade, add oyster sauce, water, and bay leaves, cover and let boil.
  • Add Knorr Chicken Cube, cook for 30 minutes on low heat setting.
  • Season with salt and ground black pepper as needed.
  • Arrange on a serving plate and top with sliced green onions.
  • Serve. Share and enjoy!

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Nutrition

Calories: 541kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 222mg | Sodium: 1466mg | Potassium: 581mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 227IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 2mg