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Mexican Chicken Adobo

Savor Traditional Mexican Chicken Adobo in One Pot Tonight

Mexican Chicken Adobo is a vibrant one-pot meal bursting with rich flavors, perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces bone-in chicken legs
  • 4 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or any neutral oil
  • 1 medium onion (sliced) or shallots for milder flavor
  • 2 medium Roma tomatoes (quartered) or other tomato types
  • 4 cloves garlic (chopped)
  • 3 pieces dried guajillo chiles or New Mexico chiles for milder taste
  • 1 piece dried ancho or chipotle chile use chipotle for spiciness
  • 2 pieces dried pasilla or New Mexico chiles or more guajillo chiles
  • 2 cups chicken broth low-sodium recommended
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt or Kosher salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin or coriander for a different flavor
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano Mexican oregano for authenticity
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 pinch ground cloves optional
  • 2 pieces bay leaves
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro for garnish
Optional Serving
  • 2 cups white rice or Spanish rice
  • 4 pieces corn or flour tortillas
  • 2 pieces avocado slices

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the Chicken: Pat the chicken dry and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Make the Adobo Sauce: Heat olive oil in a pot, sauté onions and tomatoes, then add garlic and dried chiles.
  3. Blend the Sauce: Simmer the sauce, cool slightly, then blend with remaining sauce ingredients until smooth.
  4. Brown the Chicken: Add olive oil to the pot, brown the chicken pieces on both sides.
  5. Cook in Adobo Sauce: Add the blended sauce and bay leaves, simmer until chicken is cooked through.
  6. Serve: Remove bay leaves, adjust seasoning, and serve garnished with cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 36gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish pairs beautifully with rice and tortillas, making it a complete meal that's easy to enjoy.

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