Chicken Asado Recipe (Asadong Manok)

Chicken Asado Recipe (Asadong Manok) – Sweet & Savory Filipino Comfort Food

This Chicken Asado is a Filipino-style braised chicken dish simmered in a rich, sweet-savory tomato sauce with a perfect balance of tanginess. Unlike traditional pork asado, this lighter chicken version uses vinegar and soy sauce for that signature Filipino flavor profile, while tomatoes and ketchup create a luscious, clingy sauce. The result? Tender, fall-off-the-bone chicken smothered in a thick, flavorful gravy that pairs perfectly with steamed rice!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Restaurant-quality at home – tastes like your favorite carinderia dish
✔ One-pot wonder – easy prep with minimal cleanup
✔ Perfect meal prep – flavors deepen when reheated
✔ Versatile – great for everyday meals or special occasions

Pro Tips

🔥 For richer flavor: Add 1 tbsp oyster sauce or 1 tsp sugar
🍗 Extra tender chicken: Use thighs/legs instead of breast
🥔 Crispier potatoes: Fry separately then add at the end
🌶 Spicy version: Add 2-3 pieces siling haba

Serving Suggestions

🍚 With garlic fried rice – soak up all that delicious sauce
🥗 Side of atchara – the tangy pickles cut through the richness
🍳 Topped with fried egg – makes it a complete silog meal

Cooking Video Guide: Chicken Asado

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Chicken Asado Recipe (Asadong Manok)

Author: Yummy Food Ph Cooking Method: Braising, Simmering Cuisine: Asian, Filipino Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Chicken High Protein

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 30 mins Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1753

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

This Chicken Asado is a Filipino-style braised chicken dish simmered in a rich, sweet-savory tomato sauce with a perfect balance of tanginess. Unlike traditional pork asado, this lighter chicken version uses vinegar and soy sauce for that signature Filipino flavor profile, while tomatoes and ketchup create a luscious, clingy sauce. The result? Tender, fall-off-the-bone chicken smothered in a thick, flavorful gravy that pairs perfectly with steamed rice!

Ingredients

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Servings

Main Components:

• 1 kg chicken (asado cut or thigh/leg pieces)
• 4 medium 4-5 potatoes, cubed
• 5 ripe tomatoes, quartered
• 1 whole garlic head (about 10 cloves)

Sauce & Seasonings:

• ¹⁄₄ cup vinegar (cane or white)
• ¹⁄₂ cup soy sauce
• 4 tbsp tomato paste
• 4-6 tbsp tomato ketchup
• 1 cup water
• 4 tbsp cooking oil
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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Marinate the Chicken

1. In a large bowl, combine chicken with vinegar, soy sauce, and pepper. Massage well.
2. Marinate for 1 hour (or overnight for deeper flavor). Keep refrigerated.

Sauté the Aromatics

1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Sauté garlic until golden (30 seconds), then add onions and tomatoes. Cook until tomatoes break down (3–4 minutes).

Brown the Chicken

1. Add marinated chicken (reserve marinade). Sear for 5 minutes until lightly browned.
2. Pour in reserved marinade. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat.

Simmer the Stew

1. Add 1 cup water. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
2. Stir in tomato paste and ketchup. Simmer uncovered for 2 minutes.

Add Potatoes

1. Toss in potato cubes. Cover and cook for 5–7 minutes until potatoes are tender.
2. Adjust consistency: Add water for more sauce, or simmer longer to thicken.

Final Seasoning

1. Taste and add salt/pepper if needed, adjust taste according to your preference. For extra richness, add 1 tbsp butter (optional).

Serving

1. Serve hot with steamed rice.

2. Garnish with sliced hard-boiled eggs for a classic touch, optional.

   Watch our step-by-step tutorial on YouTube! [Chicken Asado]

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 1753kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 110.6g171%

Saturated Fat 52.2g262%

Cholesterol 193mg65%

Sodium 22050mg919%

Potassium 3523mg101%

Total Carbohydrate 118.9g40%

Dietary Fiber 22.3g90%

Sugars 51.6g

Protein 90g180%

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Calcium 396 mg

Iron 22 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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