Best 8 Adobo Chicken Skewers Recipes

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Adobo chicken skewers are a flavorful and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or even a snack. Made with chicken marinated in a savory adobo sauce, these skewers are grilled to perfection and basted with additional sauce for an extra burst of flavor. Whether you're looking for a simple weeknight meal or a dish to impress your guests, adobo chicken skewers are sure to satisfy your cravings. In this article, we'll provide you with the best recipe for adobo chicken skewers, along with tips and tricks for achieving the perfect balance of flavors.

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AUTHENTIC CHICKEN ADOBO



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Adobo is a simple and hearty Filipino dish. In this version, chicken is marinated in vinegar and soy sauce, then slowly cooked with garlic and spices. Serve over steamed white rice.

Provided by Allrecipes

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Filipino

Time 5h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups coconut vinegar
½ cup soy sauce
1 head garlic, peeled and coarsely chopped
10 bay leaves
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper
1 ½ teaspoons annatto powder
5 ½ pounds cut-up chicken parts
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1 head garlic, peeled and coarsely chopped
1 ½ teaspoons annatto powder

Steps:

  • Combine vinegar, soy sauce,1 head garlic, bay leaves, garlic powder, black pepper, and 1 1/2 teaspoons annatto powder in a large bowl. Add chicken, stir to coat with marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  • Remove chicken from the marinade and pat dry. Reserve the marinade.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in the hot oil until browned, about 4 minutes per side. Remove skillet from heat.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir 1 head garlic until browned, about 3 minutes. Add 1 1/2 teaspoons annatto powder; simmer for 3 minutes.
  • Pour annatto mixture over chicken and add reserved marinade. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook until chicken is tender, about 45 minutes. Uncover and cook until sauce has reduced slightly, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 635 calories, Carbohydrate 7.2 g, Cholesterol 194.4 mg, Fat 37.7 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 54.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 1084.2 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

EASIEST CHICKEN ADOBO



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For adobo that's sweet, salty, tangy, garlicky, and ready in a fraction of the time, don't peel and slice each garlic clove: Just cut open a whole head and simmer it in the sauce.

Provided by Claire Saffitz

Categories     Bon Appétit     Dinner     Philippines     Chicken     Braise     Garlic     Chile Pepper     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Tree Nut Free     Peanut Free

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
4 skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs
4 chicken drumsticks
1 head of garlic, halved crosswise
5 dried bay leaves
3/4 cup distilled white vinegar
3/4 cup soy sauce
1 Tbsp. light or dark brown sugar
2 green chiles (such as serrano or jalapeño), thinly sliced, seeds removed if desired, divided
Freshly ground black pepper
Cooked rice (for serving)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium. Cook chicken, thighs skin side down, lifting pieces with tongs once or twice toward the end to let fat flow underneath and turning drumsticks as needed to brown both sides, until skin is crisp and golden brown, 7-10 minutes. Transfer to a plate and turn thighs skin side up.
  • Add garlic, bay leaves, vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, and half of chiles to same pot. Bring to a simmer; reduce heat to low and cook, stirring constantly, until sugar is dissolved; season generously with pepper.
  • Return chicken to pot; arrange skin side up. Cover and cook gently, adjusting heat to maintain a bare simmer and turning pieces halfway through, until chicken is very tender and meat is pulling away from bones but not falling apart, 35-40 minutes.
  • Transfer chicken to a clean plate. Bring braising liquid to a boil over medium-high and cook, stirring often, until thick enough to coat a spoon, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; return chicken to pot, turning to coat in sauce.
  • Serve chicken over rice topped with remaining chile and more pepper.

FAMOUS CHICKEN ADOBO



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This classic adobo recipe is simple to make and famous with all who have tasted it. It has been modified to be a bit more saucy than traditional adobo, it is delicious served over rice.

Provided by angelaBBf

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Adobo Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (3 pound) chicken, cut into pieces
1 large onion, quartered and sliced
2 tablespoons minced garlic
⅓ cup white vinegar
⅔ cup low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons black pepper
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken pieces until golden brown on both sides, then remove. Stir in the onion and garlic; cook until they soften and brown, about 6 minutes.
  • Pour in vinegar and soy sauce, and season with garlic powder, black pepper, and bay leaf. Add the browned chicken, increase the heat to high, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the chicken is tender and cooked through, 35 to 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360.8 calories, Carbohydrate 7.2 g, Cholesterol 97 mg, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 32.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 1039.7 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

ADOBO CHICKEN SKEWERS



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Make and share this Adobo Chicken Skewers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CP Camper

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h10m

Yield 10 skewers, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

10 chicken tenders
10 kabob skewers
1 (8 ounce) can chipotle peppers
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon coriander
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Pour peppers and all liquid from can into a zip top bag and add spices and vinegar and shake to mix.
  • Trim tenders of veins and add to bag. Marinate 1-2 hours or overnight.
  • Soak skewers for one hour and skewer tenders. (It is easiest to lay the skewers out on a sheet pan for transport.).
  • Grill on high heat until well cooked turning once and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74.7, Fat 1.4, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 21, Carbohydrate 16.1, Fiber 6.6, Sugar 9.4, Protein 2.4

CHICKEN SKEWERS WITH COOL AVOCADO SAUCE



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I'm always looking for lighter recipes to take on tailgate outings-and this one works fabulously for grilling. Just whip up the marinade, add the chicken and take it along to the pregame festivities. -Veronica Callaghan, Glastonbury, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield 16 skewers (3/4 cup sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup lime juice
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
SAUCE:
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
1/2 cup fat-free sour cream
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons lime juice
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness; cut lengthwise into sixteen 1-in.-wide strips. In a large bowl, combine the lime juice, vinegar, chipotle pepper and salt; add the chicken and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes. , Meanwhile, for the sauce, place remaining ingredients in a food processor; cover and process until blended. Transfer to a serving bowl; cover and refrigerate until serving., Drain chicken, discarding marinade in bowl. Thread meat onto 4 metal or soaked wooden skewers. On a lightly oiled rack, grill skewers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 8-12 minutes or until no longer pink, turning frequently. Serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 74mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic exchanges

CHIPOTLE-SESAME CHICKEN SKEWERS



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Categories     Chicken     Poultry     Broil     Cocktail Party     Kid-Friendly     Backyard BBQ     Party     Bon Appétit     Small Plates

Yield Makes 40 chipotle-sesame chicken skewers

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup ketchup
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons minced canned chipotle chilies*
1 teaspoon dried cumin
1 1/2 pounds skinless boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 120 pieces)
40 6-inch bamboo skewers, soaked in water 30 minutes, drained
1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds (black or white or combination)
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Blend first 5 ingredients in processor until smooth. Season sauce with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature before using.)
  • Preheat broiler. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Thread 3 chicken pieces onto each skewer. Transfer to large baking sheet in single layer. Brush chicken with 1/4 cup sauce. Broil chicken without turning until cooked through, about 4 minutes. Transfer to platter. Sprinkle with sesame and cilantro. Serve with remaining sauce.
  • Chipotle chilies, canned in a spicy tomato sauce, sometimes called adobo, are sold at Latin American markets, specialty foods stores and some supermarkets.

CHICKEN ADOBO



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Provided by Jordan Andino

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup oyster sauce
1/4 cup sriracha
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
5 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups white vinegar
1 1/2 cups mushroom soy sauce, such as Pearl River Bridge
Hot cooked rice for serving, optional

Steps:

  • Whisk the oyster sauce, sriracha and sesame oil together in a large bowl. Add the chicken and massage until coated. Add the black pepper and garlic and stir to combine.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Working in batches if necessary, add the chicken and cook until browned, 1 to 2 minutes per side.
  • Add the vinegar and soy sauce and stir, scraping the bottom of the pot. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover and let simmer for 35 minutes, then cut heat.
  • Let the chicken rest in the pot for 5 minutes. Serve over rice or pull to make tacos.

TAJíN GRILLED CHICKEN



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Tajín is a Mexican seasoning made from dried, ground red chiles, sea salt and dehydrated lime juice. It is great sprinkled over fresh cut fruit like mango and pineapple, or rimmed on an ice cold margarita. But it is also an easy way to add chile and lime to your favorite grilled meats, rubs or sauces. In this dish, the lime in the Tajín balances out the sweetness from the agave syrup, while the red chiles complement the smoky flavor of the chipotles. Serve the chicken as is or on toasted hamburger buns with a schmear of mayonnaise, chopped grilled scallions, cilantro leaves and sliced pickled jalapeños. This Tajín sauce also would pair well with grilled bass, cod or salmon, or with shrimp skewers.

Provided by Rick A. Martinez

Categories     dinner, weeknight, poultry, main course

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Vegetable oil, for the grill
8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs (about 2 pounds)
Sea salt (or kosher salt)
1/2 cup light agave syrup or honey
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
3 chipotle chiles in adobo, finely chopped, plus 1/4 cup adobo sauce
6 garlic cloves, finely grated
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon Tajín Clásico
8 scallions, root ends trimmed
1/2 cup cilantro leaves and tender stems

Steps:

  • Prepare a grill for medium-high, direct heat; clean the grates well, then brush them with vegetable oil. Alternatively, heat a grill pan on medium-high and brush the pan with oil.
  • Arrange the chicken on a sheet tray and generously season both sides with salt. Whisk together the agave syrup, orange juice, orange zest, chipotles, adobo, garlic, olive oil and Tajín in a medium bowl.
  • Brush both sides of the chicken with the Tajín sauce. Grill the chicken, turning and basting often with the Tajín sauce, until cooked through, charred but brick red and glazed, 7 to 9 minutes. Grill the scallions, turning occasionally, until lightly charred on all sides, about 5 minutes.
  • Serve the chicken with the grilled scallions, topped with cilantro.

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken: Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs cut into 1-inch pieces. For more tender skewers, opt for chicken thighs.
  • Make a flavorful marinade: The marinade is key to infusing the chicken with flavor. Use a combination of soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, ginger, and brown sugar. You can also add other spices and herbs, such as paprika, cumin, or cilantro.
  • Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes: The longer the chicken marinates, the more flavorful it will be. You can marinate the chicken for up to 24 hours.
  • Use wooden skewers: Wooden skewers are best for grilling because they don't burn as easily as metal skewers. Soak the skewers in water for 30 minutes before using them to prevent them from burning.
  • Grill the chicken skewers over medium heat: This will help to prevent the chicken from drying out. Cook the chicken skewers for about 10-12 minutes, or until they are cooked through.
  • Serve the chicken skewers with your favorite dipping sauce: Serve the chicken skewers with a dipping sauce such as soy sauce, vinegar, or peanut sauce.

Conclusion:

Adobo chicken skewers are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are perfect for a summer cookout, a party, or a simple weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish that everyone will enjoy.

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