So, I now know what little chickens want to be when they grow up.
Bittman’s Chicken Adobo
Last night, I watched the movie Julie and Julia and was so inspired. Not necessarily to cook Julia Child’s Mastering the Art of French Cooking, but inspired to cook in general.
Last week we had a major wind storm blow through and lost power for about 100 hours (just got it back yesterday), so I had intended to cook Bittman’s Chicken Adobo for the Tackling Bittman Recipe Hop (pop over and link up!!) on Wednesday, but then the power went out. And stayed out. For a long time. Check out my yard…
These trees hit the power line. See how nicely they uprooted?
A nice pine tree took out our swingset slide. I watched that one happen.
Yes, that’s the front yard, and yes, it’s about 2 feet from my house.
God had some guardian angels protecting us for sure!
Finally, we got power back Sunday afternoon, and today was spent catching up on laundry and dishes and…cooking Bittman’s Chicken Adobo.
Let me just tell you that even though it was a bit on the salty side, Bittman’s Chicken Adobo was easily one of the best chicken dishes I have ever eaten. Period.
Since it was late Monday when I made it (so I could get the post up for Tuesday!), I neglected to make any side dishes, but no matter – it’s fantastic just as it is. Later, I’ll probably cook up some wild rice blend to eat with the leftovers this week.
Bottom line: this is one you will want to try too. And, it’s so easy! And did I mention the chicken was so tender you could cut it with a fork? YUM. There is a reason that in Mark Bittman’s Cookbook How to Cook Everything on page 658 this recipe starts out with, “This Philippine classic has been called the best chicken dish in the world by a number of my friends and readers.” I can see why. It was amazing. Without further ado (my substitutions are noted)…
Bittman’s Chicken Adobo
1 cup soy sauce (I used Bragg’s Liquid Aminos)
1/2 cup white or rice vinegar (I used white)
1 tbsp chopped garlic
2 bay leaves
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups coconut milk (optional, but I did use it)
1 whole chicken, 3 to 4 pounds, trimmed of excess fat and cut into 8 pieces, or any combination of parts (I used 3 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, and I forgot to cut them into smaller pieces…oops!)Combine soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, bay leaves, pepper, 1 cup water, and half the coconut milk (if you are using it) in a covered skillet or saucepan large enough to hold the chicken in one layer. Bring to a boil over high heat. Add the chicken, reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, covered (oops! I forgot to cover it too.), turning once or twice, until the chicken is almost done, about 20 minutes (no wonder why mine took much longer…see above…forgot to cover it!)
Heat oven to 450 degrees or heat a charcoal or gas grill or the broiler to moderate heat and put the rack about 4 inches from the heat source (I used the oven with rack at the right height.). Remove the chicken pieces from the liquid and dry them gently with paper towels. Boil the sauce, along with the remaining coconut milk if you’re using it, over high heat until it is reduced to about 1 cup. Discard the bay leaves and keep sauce warm. Meanwhile, grill, broil or roast the chicken until brown and crisp and hot, turning as necessary, 10 to 15 minutes total (roasting will take a little longer) (Mine took about 25 minutes, turning once.). Serve the chicken with the sauce.
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Hey Dr. Laura – I am sharing a very colourful veggie coconut curry that I made with whole spices. It is delicious. Sorry that you had to experience such an event that was that wind storm but I am glad to hear everyone is okay.
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Thanks Melodie and thanks for sharing the veggie coconut curry!
Dr. Laura
I am very happy that you are ok after the storm, that can be very scary. Your Chicken looks so good,I will have to try it sometime. Thank you for sharing and thank you for hosting. You have a great week.
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Thanks Miz Helen. And yes, the wind storm was a bit scary. Now we have a foot and a half of snow on the ground, and when it all clears up, we’ll be cutting down several trees. Have fun making the chicken adobo!
Dr. Laura
I just added my Soft Molasses Cookie recipe- they are made with healthy fats and sucanat! Thanks for hosting!
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Jill, thanks for sharing – I love all cookies! I’m going to hop over and check them out.
Dr. Laura
Hey Dr. Laura! SOOOO glad that those guardian angels protected you and your house! I have a feeling that nor easter threw a little tornado action in there to boot! We had the rain and wind, but NOTHING like that! Glad you are ok, and this recipe looks super awesome, but then again, you know how I love bittman! I am linking up a quick and easy way to use up leftover holiday stuffing by making “meatballs” out of it! All the best! Alex
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Thanks Alex, and I am so glad I was able to make the chicken adobo…finally! I love Bittman more and more every time I make something! Almost makes me want to make something of his for every week for a year (kind of like Julie and Julia)…hmmm…
Thanks for linking up!
Dr. Laura
Very scary on the storm! We had a tree come within inches of our front window a couple of years ago. Glad everything is okay.
Love the chicken adobo. I am going to keep this recipe, it’s a bit different than I’ve seen before and it looks great! Thanks!
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Debbi, we have also had some close calls in the past too. Several trees are slated to come down that are near our home (ironically, the one that fell in the front lawn was not one of them!). Have fun making the chicken adobo!
Dr. Laura
I always forget to leave comments. I’m sharing Raisin Nut Breakfast Cookies. These were a big hit with the kiddos. They are really yummy and portable. We were in a rush to get to preschool this morning so I stuck some in baggies and they ate in the car. Lots of great looking recipes. Laura, that chicken looks wonderful!
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Thanks for the comment this time Lisa
Thanks for sharing!
And thanks for linking up your Raisin Nut Breakfast Cookies. Definitely want to run these by my children. Always looking for better alternatives to store-bought granola bars, and unfortunately, they haven’t liked any of the granola bars I have made so far. Cookies might go over better
Dr. Laura
Thankfully your home and those inside it were not hurt in the storm. Looks like quite a bad one!
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Thanks honeybee. It was the worst wind we have had since I have lived here. Thanks for linking up!
Dr. Laura
This looks delicious, I will have to try it. Thanks for hosting! Sorry for the yard damage though, that looks rough!
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Thanks Elsa, at least no one was hurt. We can clean up the yard mess. I actually LIKE to chainsaw
Dr. Laura
We just made this last night for dinner
Diana, how did you like it???
Dr. Laura
I’m glad you guys are okay. Being without power is the pits! Several years ago, our home was hit by a tornado. We were really fortunate and only sustained about $15K worth of damage. I was the only one at home and, fortunately, got to our basement garage just in time. God gets the credit. I hope to join up with your party this week. Come link up to Merry Merry Munchies and/or Crock Pot Wednesday whenever you can.
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WOW Debbie, I used to live in Omaha and have been through several tornados too. Very scary. Praise God that He was with you then. Thanks for the invite to link up. I’ll have to check out the Monday one. For crock pot, I haven’t used it in ages! I’m cleaning out the kitchen for my 75 in 75 challenge and just came across it.
Dr. Laura
this adobo looks amazing! i can’t believe you didn’t have power for 100 hours. i think i would go mad!
thank you for linking this yummy recipe up to tuesday night supper club
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Christy, it’s called forced relaxation
I read a book. Thanks for hosting!
Dr. Laura
Laura – so glad you were spared any injury in that big storm, and hats off for managing to survive a few days without power – I don’t know how I would cope! This recipe of Bittman’s is one I’ve looked at many times, but have yet to try – thanks to you, it’s now on the shortlist
Thanks for sharing with Tackling Bittman.
Sue
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Thanks Sue, and I just had more chicken adobo last night for leftovers. Just as good as the first time
Dr. Laura
Dr. Laura, just getting back by to thank you again for hosting and posting on the Tackling Bittman recipe hop. It is a treat to work with you! Also, a pleasure to have you share this great recipe on the hearth and soul hop! All the best! Alex
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Thanks Alex and thank YOU for hosting too! I also feel blessed to know you and work with you. Thanks for giving me that opportunity.
Dr. Laura
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