Filipino Kitchen-Style Chicken Adobo

Name: Filipino Kitchen-Style Chicken Adobo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients: 2 lbs organic boneless, skinless chicken thighs; 6 cloves minced garlic; 1 sliced thumb-sized ginger root; 2 tbsp avocado oil; 1 tsp ground black pepper; 1 large onion quartered and sliced; 3 dried bay leaves; 1/3 cup coconut aminos; 2 tbsp honey; 1/2 cup organic apple cider vinegar (or coconut or cane vinegar); 1 cup organic coconut milk; Sea salt to taste

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Non-GMO
No seed oils
Gluten-free
Organic

Cuisine Filipino
Course Main
Prep 15 min
Cook 60 min
Serves 4

Ingredients

2 lbs organic boneless, skinless chicken thighs
6 cloves minced garlic
1 sliced thumb-sized ginger root
2 tbsp avocado oil
1 tsp ground black pepper
1 large onion quartered and sliced
3 dried bay leaves
1/3 cup coconut aminos
2 tbsp honey
1/2 cup organic apple cider vinegar (or coconut or cane vinegar)
1 cup organic coconut milk
Sea salt to taste

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Cast iron skillet — Sears better than any non-stick; naturally non-stick once seasoned.
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Instructions

Heat avocado oil in a heavy-bottomed pot. Sear chicken thighs on both sides until golden brown and set aside.
In the same pot, add garlic, ginger, and pepper. Cook for about 2 minutes or until fragrant.
Return chicken to the pot with onions and bay leaves. Stir to coat all ingredients in oil.
Pour in coconut aminos and honey, cook for a minute to blend flavors.
Add vinegar and coconut milk. Bring to a simmer without stirring for the first few minutes to let the vinegar mellow.
Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer 30-40 minutes until the chicken is tender and cooked through to at least 165°F. Uncover for the last 10 minutes to thicken the sauce slightly.
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed. Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

FAQ

Is this Filipino Kitchen-Style Chicken Adobo gluten-free?

Yes, the recipe does not contain any gluten-containing ingredients.

Can I use olive oil instead of avocado oil?

Absolutely! Olive oil is a great alternative if you prefer its flavor and nutritional profile.

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