Description
Mexican Chicken Adobo (Adobo de Pollo) is a rich and flavorful one-pot dish featuring chicken thighs and legs simmered in a smoky, homemade adobo sauce made with dried chiles, spices, and tomatoes. This traditional Mexican recipe is perfect for a comforting family meal or meal prep.
Ingredients
- Chicken thighs and legs
- Dried guajillo chiles
- Dried ancho chiles
- Dried pasilla chiles
- Olive oil
- Onion
- Garlic cloves
- Vinegar
- Tomatoes
- Chicken broth
- Bay leaves
- Ground cumin
- Ground cloves
- Dried coriander
- Dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Remove stems and seeds from the chiles, toast lightly, then soak in hot water.
- Blend softened chiles with sautéed onions, garlic, vinegar, tomatoes, broth, and spices until smooth.
- Sear seasoned chicken in olive oil until browned; set aside.
- Return chicken to pot, cover with adobo sauce and bay leaves, bring to boil, then simmer covered until chicken is tender (about 1 hour 15 minutes).
Notes
- Sauce can be made 1–2 days in advance for convenience and deeper flavor.
- Adjust heat by using fewer chiles or milder varieties.
- Substitute chicken with beef or hearty vegetables for variations.
