Filipino Chicken Adobo Bites with Garlic Rice and Mango Salsa

Allergens

Contains no common allergens unless specified.

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs 1/2 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup white vinegar 1/4 cup water 1 tbsp sugar 6 cloves garlic, minced 1 bay leaf Salt and pepper to taste For the Garlic Rice: + 2 cups uncooked rice + 4 cups water + 3 cloves garlic, minced + 1 tsp salt For the Mango Salsa: + 1 ripe mango, diced + 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced + 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped + 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped + 1 tbsp lime juice

Instructions

1. In a large pan, combine the chicken thighs, soy sauce, vinegar, water, sugar, garlic, and bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer until the chicken is cooked through and tender. Remove from heat and let it cool. Meanwhile, prepare the garlic rice by cooking the rice according to package instructions, adding in the minced garlic and salt during the last few minutes of cooking. To make the mango salsa, simply mix all ingredients together in a bowl. Once the chicken is cooled, slice it into bite sized pieces.

Chef’s Insight

The key to perfect Filipino Chicken Adobo is balancing the flavors of tangy, sweet, and savory. Don't be afraid to adjust the seasonings according to your taste preferences.

Notes

To ensure the chicken is cooked through and tender, use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for this recipe.