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Mexican Chicken Adobo

A hearty and flavorful dish that showcases the rich tastes of Mexican cuisine with tender chicken and a blend of spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 pieces chicken thighs Bone-in is preferable for more flavor
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 leaf bay leaf
  • to taste Salt

Garnish

  • as needed Fresh cilantro For garnish before serving

Instructions
 

Cooking

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until soft.
  • Add the chicken thighs and brown on all sides.
  • In a bowl, mix chicken broth, vinegar, soy sauce, tomato paste, cumin, paprika, oregano, black pepper, and salt.
  • Pour this mixture over the chicken in the pot.
  • Add the bay leaf and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 1 hour until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

Serving

  • Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the adobo sauce for a few hours or overnight before cooking. Adjust the spices to your taste, adding more chili powder for heat if desired. For a thicker sauce, simmer uncovered after removing the chicken.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
Keyword Chicken Dinner, Comfort Food, easy recipe, Hearty Meal, Mexican Chicken Adobo
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