Healthy Chicken Adobo Quinoa Bowl
A lighter take on traditional Chicken Adobo, featuring juicy chicken, tangy sauce, and nutritious quinoa in a fresh and satisfying bowl.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Chicken thighs or breasts Thighs are juicier, but breasts work too.
- 1/2 cup Soy sauce Use low sodium if preferred.
- 1/4 cup Vinegar Cane vinegar is classic, but white vinegar works fine.
- 6 cloves Garlic Minced.
- 2 each Bay leaves Optional.
- 1 tsp Whole peppercorns Optional.
- 1 cup Quinoa Cooked and fluffy.
- 2 cups Mixed crunchy veggies Cucumber, shredded carrots, cabbage, or leafy greens.
- 2 tbsp Optional toppings Green onions, sesame seeds, calamansi or lemon.
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken lightly with pepper. Trim any large pieces of fat if using thighs.
- In a pot or deep pan, add a tiny splash of oil and brown the chicken for a few minutes on each side.
- Add minced garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, bay leaves, and peppercorns. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a gentle simmer, lower the heat, and cover. Cook until the chicken is done and tender.
Final Steps
- Remove the lid and simmer longer to reduce the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- To build the bowl, place quinoa at the bottom, add chicken, pour sauce over, and top with crunchy veggies and optional toppings.
Notes
For meal prep, store quinoa and chicken separately to maintain texture. Letting the dish rest allows flavors to develop.