Chicken Adobo Soup
Warm your soul with the bold and savory flavors of Chicken Adobo Soup, a comforting twist on the classic Filipino dish. This hearty soup combines tender, seared chicken thighs and a rich, tangy broth infused with soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic, and the earthy aroma of bay leaves. Packed with nutrient-rich vegetables like red potatoes, carrots, and green beans, it's a wholesome, one-pot meal that's as satisfying as it is easy to prepare. Served over fluffy white rice and finished with a sprinkle of fresh scallions, this 40-minute recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Bursting with umami and balanced by hints of sweetness, Chicken Adobo Soup is a new way to enjoy a timeless favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 medium, diced white onion
- 5 minced garlic cloves
- 2 bay leaves
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
- 6 cups chicken stock
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 medium, cubed red potatoes
- 2 medium, sliced carrots
- 1 cup, trimmed green beans
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 2 stalks, chopped scallions
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
Instructions
Heat the cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
Add the chicken thighs to the pot and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until lightly browned.
Pour in the soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and chicken stock. Stir to combine.
Add the bay leaves, ground black pepper, and sugar, then bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Stir in the cubed potatoes and sliced carrots, and simmer for an additional 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Add the green beans to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
Remove the bay leaves and adjust the seasoning with additional soy sauce or vinegar, if desired.
Serve the Chicken Adobo Soup hot over a scoop of cooked white rice in individual bowls.
Garnish with chopped scallions before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2564 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.5 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.3 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 695 mg | 232% | |
| Sodium | 4545 mg | 198% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 216.4 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.8 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.1 g | ||
| Protein | 224.3 g | 449% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 470 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 23.8 mg | 132% | |
| Potassium | 3976 mg | 85% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
