VINEGAR-AND-GARLIC-BRAISED CHICKEN

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A Filipino-inspired braise similar to adobo with the potent combination of vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and garlic that acts as both marinade and simmer sauce. Once the chicken is tender and the sauce reduces to a glossy consistency, it takes on a sweet and sour flavor that is delightful drizzled over a bowl of Coconut Rice and steamed baby bok choy.

Provided by Shira Bocar

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Time 3h

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups rice vinegar (unseasoned)
1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon turbinado or light brown sugar
3 bay leaves
1 head garlic, cloves peeled and smashed
Freshly ground pepper
8 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and drumsticks (about 3 pounds total)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Combine vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, bay leaves, garlic, and 1 teaspoon pepper in a bowl; add chicken and toss until coated with marinade. Cover bowl and refrigerate at least 2 hours and up to overnight.
  • Remove chicken (reserving marinade) and pat dry with paper towels. Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium. Add half of chicken and cook until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Turn and brown other sides about 2 minutes more; transfer to a plate and repeat with remaining chicken.
  • Return all chicken and any accumulated juices to Dutch oven; add reserved marinade, making sure liquid comes halfway up sides of chicken (you may need to nestle it). Bring to a simmer over high, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until chicken is cooked through and tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Transfer chicken to a clean plate. Skim fat from liquid with a spoon and discard bay leaves. Increase heat to medium‐high and reduce liquid until syrupy (you should have about 1 cup). Spoon sauce over chicken and serve.

MattTheBest 130
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I loved the tangy flavor of the vinegar and garlic braising liquid. This is a great recipe for a special


Gwamaka Williams
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts and they cooked perfectly in the braising liquid. I served the chicken over rice and it was a delicious meal. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Timileyin Abimbola
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I've made this dish several times and it always turns out great. The chicken is always tender and flavorful, and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. I love the tangy flavor of the vinegar and garlic braising liquid. This is a great recipe for a week


Jahid BD
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was very moist and flavorful. I loved the combination of the vinegar and garlic. I also added some mushrooms to the dish and they were a great addition. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Rehman Gujjar
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I loved the tangy flavor of the vinegar and garlic braising liquid. This is a great recipe for a special


Md Mosharf Hosen
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts and they cooked perfectly in the braising liquid. I served the chicken over rice and it was a delicious meal. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Christopher Jerome Albritton
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I've made this dish several times and it always turns out great. The chicken is always tender and flavorful, and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. I love the tangy flavor of the vinegar and garlic braising liquid. This is a great recipe for a week


Shay
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was very moist and flavorful. I loved the combination of the vinegar and garlic. I also added some mushrooms to the dish and they were a great addition. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Rizwan Chaudhary
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! My family loved the flavor of the chicken and the vegetables. I especially liked the way the vinegar and garlic braising liquid reduced and created such a flavorful sauce. I will definitely be making this


Magicfingerz Tv
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The chicken was so tender and flavorful. I love how the vinegar and garlic braising liquid creates such a rich and complex flavor. I also love the addition of the potatoes and carrots. They add a nice sweetness and