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Mexican Chicken Adobo


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  • Author: jurgentukur
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A comforting dish bringing together rich flavors and tender chicken, perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners.


Ingredients

  • 4 legs Skinless Chicken Legs
  • 4 thighs Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 3 pieces Roma Tomatoes
  • 1 piece White Onion
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • 3 pieces Dried Guajillo Chiles
  • 1 piece Dried Ancho Chile
  • 1 piece Dried Chipotle Chile
  • 1 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Broth
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Mexican Oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cloves
  • 2 pieces Dried Bay Leaves


Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add the chicken legs and thighs, browning on all sides for about 5–7 minutes.
  3. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
  4. Add chopped white onion to the pot and cook until soft.
  5. Stir in minced garlic, chopped Roma tomatoes, and dried chiles; cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
  6. Pour in chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, salt, coriander powder, ground cumin, thyme, oregano, ground cloves, and bay leaves; mix well.
  7. Return chicken to the pot, ensuring it is submerged in the sauce.
  8. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 30–40 minutes until chicken is tender.
  9. Remove bay leaves before serving.

Notes

For deeper flavors, marinate the chicken in the sauce for a few hours or overnight. Adjust spice level by removing seeds from chiles.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican