Chicken Adobo in the CrockPot Slow Cooker

Published: Fri, 12/16/22

December 16, 2022

Happy Friday, Slow Cookerers!!

I've got a fun "dump it all in and then walk away to go do whatever it is you want to do because this needs no stirring or prodding whatsoever" recipe.

And I know from personal experience that this is your favorite kind of recipe!

:-)

Chicken Adobo

serves 4 to 6

3 to 5 pounds of chicken meat (see NOTE below) (bone-in or out is fine, your choice)
1/4 cup soy sauce (La Choy and Tamari wheat free are gluten free)
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
4 bay leaves
1 1/2 cups shredded carrots
1 yellow onion, sliced in rings

The Directions.

Use a 6-quart slow cooker.

If you have the time to assemble the chicken in a plastic zipper bag with the salt, pepper, soy sauce, garlic, and vinegar the night before, do so.

The chicken will be much more flavorful if left to marinate overnight. Then dump out in the morning on top of the vegetables.

Otherwise, assemble everything in the morning.

Cook on low for 7-8 hours, or on high for 4-5.

This is done when the chicken is cooked through and has reached desired tenderness.

NOTE: Chicken breast has very little fat and can sometimes have a "stringy and dry" texture.

To rectify this, shred the chicken completely and give it 30 minutes or so to soak up the yummy sauce.

Also, you can add a pat of butter or some olive oil to help with the dryness.

(PS, this is why I like using thighs -- the dark meat has a bit more fat and oil which helps with "mouth feel".

;-)

The Verdict.

The vinegar will really tenderize the chicken nicely.

I have made this quite a few times ---- and while you certainly can use a whole chicken or a variety of chicken parts, my favorite way is to use boneless, skinless thighs.

If you do opt for a whole chicken, or pieces with bones, please be aware of the bones when serving.

The meat will fall from the bones easily and I worry about the tiny rib bones, especially if serving children.

Enjoy your dinner!!

Happy Slow Cooking!!

steph

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