Classic Chicken Adobo (Version I)
Classic Chicken Adobo (Version I) brings tender chicken simmered in a punchy soy and vinegar braise with crushed garlic and peppercorns, finishing with a savory glaze. The balance of tang, salt, and gentle heat makes it deeply comforting and aromatic. Serve it over steamed rice for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual gathering.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook1 hr
- Serves5
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Classic Chicken Adobo (Version I), not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 12 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 36
- Heart Health
- 44
- Metabolic
- 27
- Digestive
- 36
- Inflammatory
- 57
- Performance
- 49
- General Wellness
- 1
In a large pot, combine the water, vinegar, soy sauce, peppercorns, garlic, and salt. Stir to mix, add the chicken pieces, and simmer over low heat, uncovered, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- 2
Remove the chicken from the pot and brown it in oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 3
Return the chicken, along with the oil and juices, to the pot with the reserved sauce. Cover and simmer over medium heat until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
- Calories 546.25 kcal High 27%
- Protein 77.87 g Good Source 156%
- Carbohydrate 23.3 g 8%
- Total Fat 13.95 g Moderate 18%
- Saturated Fat 0.79 g Low Source 4%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 254.32 mg High 85%
- Sodium 1482.16 mg High 64%
- Dietary Fiber 2.88 g Moderate 10%
- Total Sugars 3.24 g --
- Added Sugars 2.95 g Moderate 6%
- Calcium 140.57 mg Moderate 11%
- Iron 0.93 mg Low Source 5%
- Potassium 180.98 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 6.26 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 15.89 mg Moderate 18%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Classic Chicken Adobo (Version I) is a Filipino dinner recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 15 mins, serves 5, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Peppercorns, Distilled Water, Garlic, and Salt. Each serving provides about 546.25 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Classic Chicken Adobo (Version I)?
- It is a Filipino recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Classic Chicken Adobo (Version I) made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Peppercorns, Distilled Water, Garlic, Salt, Soy Sauce. The full list of 9 is above.
- What goes well with Classic Chicken Adobo (Version I)?
- Explore these Filipino side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Classic Chicken Adobo (Version I)?
- About 1 hr 15 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 546.25 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Classic Chicken Adobo (Version I) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Classic Chicken Adobo (Version I) healthy?
- Classic Chicken Adobo (Version I) has an easyChef Pro health score of 52/100. Per serving, it provides 546.25 calories and 77.87 g of protein, or 156% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1482.16 mg (64% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 2.95 g (6% 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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