Description
Chicken Asado is a mouthwatering dish that brings comfort food to life. This recipe features succulent bone-in chicken thighs marinated in a savory blend of garlic, soy sauce, and spices. Sautéed with sweet onions and simmered in a rich sauce, it creates an unforgettable flavor profile perfect for family dinners or entertaining friends. Serve it over rice or in tortillas for a delightful culinary experience that will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 680g)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 bay leaves
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, and brown sugar. Add chicken thighs and coat well. Let marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- 2. Sauté aromatics: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- 3. Cook chicken: Add marinated chicken to the skillet. Brown on both sides (about 6 minutes each).
- 4. Simmer: Pour in ketchup and add bay leaves. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes until fully cooked.
- 5. Serve: Enjoy hot over rice or in tortillas with fresh cilantro or lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing/Simmering
- Cuisine: Filipino
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce (170g)
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg