Description
Chicken Asado is a flavorful Filipino dish featuring tender marinated chicken thighs simmered in a rich, savory sauce. With its harmonious blend of soy sauce, garlic, and vinegar, this recipe creates a comforting meal that’s perfect for both weeknight dinners and special family gatherings. Easy to prepare and customizable, Chicken Asado is sure to impress with its vibrant flavors and inviting aroma.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 5 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1/4 cup vinegar (white or apple cider)
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, garlic, brown sugar, vinegar, and black pepper. Add chicken thighs and marinate for at least one hour.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade (reserve marinade) and sear until golden brown on both sides (about 5 minutes each).
- Sauté sliced onions in the same skillet until soft (about 3 minutes). Return chicken to the skillet and pour in reserved marinade.
- Add enough water to cover half of the chicken (around 1 cup). Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes.
- Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Thicken the sauce by simmering longer if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing/Simmering
- Cuisine: Filipino
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken thigh with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Customize flavors by adding fresh herbs like cilantro or swapping lime for lemon. For added crunch, include diced bell peppers or carrots.