Ingredients:

• 2 lbs (about 1 kg) chicken thighs and drumsticks

• 1/2 cup soy sauce

• 1/3 cup cane vinegar (or white vinegar)

• 1/2 cup water

• 6 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 bay leaves

• 1 tsp black peppercorns (or ground black pepper)

• 1 tbsp brown sugar (optional, for slight sweetness)

• 1/2 tsp paprika (optional, for color)

• 1 tbsp cooking oil

• 1 medium onion, sliced

• 2 potatoes, cut into cubes (optional, for a heartier dish)

• 1 cup coconut milk (optional, for a richer taste)

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Chicken

   • In a bowl, combine chicken, soy sauce, garlic, bay leaves, and black pepper. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for better flavor).

2. Preheat Your Platinum Large Gourmet Skillet

   • Heat the skillet over medium heat (no need for high heat due to its superior heat retention).

   • Add 1 tbsp oil and sauté onions until soft.

3. Sear the Chicken

   • Add the marinated chicken to the skillet, reserving the marinade.

   • Sear until lightly browned on both sides (about 3-5 minutes per side).

4. Simmer the Adobo

   • Pour in the reserved marinade, water, and vinegar (do not stir yet).

   • Cover the skillet with the Platinum lid and let it simmer on low heat for 25-30 minutes.

   • Add potatoes if using and simmer for another 10 minutes until tender.

5. Final Touches

   • Add brown sugar and coconut milk (if using) and let it cook for another 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.

   • Adjust seasoning to taste.

6. Serve & Enjoy!

   • Remove bay leaves and serve hot over steamed rice