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Chicken Adobo with Coconut Aminos recipe by Safe Plated

Chicken Adobo with Coconut Aminos

A classic Filipino dish made dairy and egg-free by using coconut aminos instead of soy sauce for a slightly sweeter and richer flavor. Chicken thighs are braised until tender in a flavorful sauce.

15m prep + 45m cook4 servings
DAIRY-freeEGG-free
520 cal|45g protein|35g carbs|20g fat|2g fiber

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs Chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup Coconut aminos
  • 1/4 cup Apple cider vinegar
  • 6 cloves Garlic
  • 2 leaves Bay leaves
  • 1 tsp Black peppercorns
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 2 tbsp Coconut oil
  • 4 cups Cooked rice

Instructions

  1. 1In a large bowl, combine the 2 lbs of chicken thighs, 1/2 cup of coconut aminos, 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar, 6 cloves of minced garlic, 2 bay leaves, and 1 tsp of black peppercorns. Stir to coat the chicken evenly. Let this marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. 2Heat the 2 tbsp of coconut oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, which is about 400°F (200°C).
  3. 3Carefully add the marinated chicken thighs to the hot pot, making sure not to overcrowd it. Sear the chicken for about 2-3 minutes per side, until it is nicely browned all over.
  4. 4Pour the entire marinade from the bowl into the pot with the chicken. Add the 1/2 cup of water. Bring the liquid to a gentle simmer.
  5. 5Once simmering, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it cook for 30-40 minutes. The chicken should be very tender, and the sauce should have thickened slightly. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C).
  6. 6Serve the chicken adobo hot over the 4 cups of cooked rice.

Substitutions

Soy SauceCoconut Aminos

DAIRY and EGG-Free Alternative

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