Ginger-Infused Chicken Adobo
Ginger-Infused Chicken Adobo balances tangy vinegar and savory soy with the warmth of fresh ginger, creating tender, glossy chicken with a deep, aromatic finish. Cracked peppercorns, garlic, and bay leaves lend complexity, making it a comforting dish that’s ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual weekend spread with steamed rice. This version highlights bright ginger notes without losing classic adobo depth.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Ginger-Infused Chicken Adobo, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 56 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0.88 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 30
- Heart Health
- 55
- Metabolic
- 11
- Digestive
- 35
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 45
- General Wellness
- 1
Place the chicken, vinegar, soy sauce, ginger, peppercorns, garlic, and bay leaves in a Dutch oven; bring to a boil over medium heat. Lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, occasionally basting the chicken with the sauce.
- 2
Take off the lid and keep simmering until the liquid is reduced by half, about 5 to 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should reach 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- 3
Move the chicken to a serving plate. Strain the liquid in the pot to remove the bay leaves and other solids.
- 4
Serve the chicken hot and spoon the strained sauce over the top.
- Calories 348.74 kcal Moderate 17%
- Protein 64.42 g Good Source 129%
- Carbohydrate 5.87 g 2%
- Total Fat 7.02 g Moderate 9%
- Saturated Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 211.96 mg High 71%
- Sodium 1658.53 mg High 72%
- Dietary Fiber 0.09 g Low Source 0%
- Total Sugars 0.0 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 21.18 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 0.05 mg Low Source 0%
- Potassium 1.79 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 3.3 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Soy 🌱
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Ginger Infused Chicken Adobo is made with 7 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 50 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Peppercorns, Dried Bay Leaves, Fresh Ginger, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 348.74 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Ginger-Infused Chicken Adobo made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Peppercorns, Dried Bay Leaves, Fresh Ginger, Garlic, Soy Sauce. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Ginger-Infused Chicken Adobo?
- About 50 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 348.74 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Ginger-Infused Chicken Adobo easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Ginger-Infused Chicken Adobo healthy?
- Ginger-Infused Chicken Adobo has an easyChef Pro health score of 50/100. Per serving, it provides 348.74 calories and 64.42 g of protein, or 129% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1658.53 mg (72% of the Daily Value). It contains Soy and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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