25-Min Glossy Chicken Adobo Bowl
Tender chicken thighs simmered in a dark, glossy soy-vinegar sauce, served over rice with potatoes. The sauce is tangy, salty, and deeply savory — this is weeknight comfort in one bowl.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 1 minute.
Step 2
Add chicken and sear without moving for 3 minutes per side until edges are opaque. Work in batches if needed.
Step 3
Pour in soy sauce, vinegar, 0.5 cup water, and add potatoes, garlic, and bay leaves to the pan.
Step 4
Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low and cook uncovered for 12 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce darkens.
Step 5
Divide rice between bowls, top with chicken, potatoes, and spoon glossy sauce generously over everything.
Step 6
Serve hot. Fish out and discard bay leaves before eating.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (12-inch)
- wooden spoon
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
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