Filipino Chicken Asado
This Filipino Chicken Asado is a flavorful one-pot wonder! Tender chicken braised in a savory sauce with vibrant vegetables.
Equipment
- Large Pot or Dutch Oven
- Cutting Board
- Sharp Knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon or spatula
Ingredients
For the Chicken Asado:
- 2 pounds chicken thighs bone-in, skin removed
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup lemon or calamansi juice
- 1 large onion chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 bay leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large potato cubed
- 1/2 large red bell pepper cubed
- 1/2 large green bell pepper cubed
Instructions
Cooking Instructions:
- Step 1: Marinate the ChickenIn a large bowl, combine the chicken thighs, soy sauce, and lemon or calamansi juice. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Step 2: Sauté the AromaticsHeat the cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and minced garlic, and sauté until the onions become translucent and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
- Step 3: Brown the ChickenRemove the chicken from the marinade and add it to the pot. Brown the chicken on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
- Step 4: Add the SaucePour in the reserved marinade along with the tomato sauce, bay leaves, and black pepper. Stir everything together.
- Step 5: Simmer the ChickenCover the pot and let the chicken simmer on low heat for about 30-40 minutes.
- Step 6: Add the VegetablesAdd the cubed potato and bell peppers to the pot. Stir, cover again, and cook for an additional 15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
- Step 7: Serve and EnjoyOnce everything is cooked through, remove from heat. Serve hot over steamed rice.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken longer for enhanced flavor.
- Experiment with additional vegetables like carrots.
- Consider adding coconut milk for extra richness.