Modern Slow Cooker Adobo Chicken

About this recipe

Experience the authentic flavors of Filipino cuisine with this updated slow cooker chicken adobo recipe. Utilizing a low and slow cooking method, this dish brings together chicken thighs in a savory and tangy sauce enhanced with soy sauce, vinegar, and garlic. It's a perfect easy weeknight recipe that delivers tender, juicy chicken paired with delightful notes of spice and sweetness.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/2 cup white vinegar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 head garlic, minced
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 small onion, sliced
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Directions

1. 1

   Heat oil in a pan over medium heat, brown chicken thighs on both sides.

2. 2

   Transfer browned chicken to the slow cooker.

3. 3

   In the same pan, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.

4. 4

   Deglaze the pan with soy sauce and vinegar, scraping up any brown bits.

5. 5

   Pour the deglazing liquid over the chicken in the slow cooker.

6. 6

   Add brown sugar, black pepper, oregano, and bay leaf.

7. 7

   Cover and cook on low for 6 hours, or until chicken is tender.

8. 8

   Serve hot with rice and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.