Chicken Adobo

Cooking the Rice:

1.    Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, stir together the rice, bone broth, butter, and salt.

2.    Boil: Place the saucepan over high heat and bring the mixture to a rolling boil.

3.    Simmer: Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat to a low simmer, cover with a lid, and let it cook for 15 minutes.

4.    Rest: Remove the pan from heat and keep it covered for an additional 5 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and the liquid is absorbed.

Sear the Chicken (5–7 minutes):

5.    Heat Oil: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil.

6.    Brown Chicken: Arrange the chicken pieces in a single layer and cook for 2–3 minutes on each side, or until lightly browned.

7.    Set Aside: Transfer the chicken to a plate.

Sauté Aromatics (2–3 minutes):

8.    Cook Onions: In the same skillet, add more olive oil and add the thinly sliced onion and sauté for about 2 minutes, until translucent.

9.    Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30–60 seconds, being careful not to let it burn.

Combine Sauces & Simmer (15–20 minutes):

10.  AddSauces: Pour in the coconut aminos, vinegar, and broth.

11.  Season:Add the black peppercorns (or cracked pepper), bay leaves, and molasses. Stir gently to combine.

12.  Return Chicken & Add Kale: Place the chicken pieces back into the pan, ensuring the sauce coats them evenly. Add the chopped kale on top.

13.  Simmer:Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is tender.

14.  ReduceSauce: Remove the lid, increase the heat to medium-high, and let the sauce cook for another 5–10 minutes, or until it starts to thicken and become glossy.

Taste & Adjust (1–2 minutes):

15.  RemoveBay Leaves: Discard the bay leaves before serving.

16.  Fine-Tune:Taste the sauce, adding more salt, pepper, or a splash of vinegar if needed.

17.  Spoon the cooked rice onto a serving dish and top the rice with the chicken and its sauce.

18.  Garnish:Sprinkle chopped green onions over everything for a fresh finish.

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Total Macros:

Calories: 545

Protein: 33.5g (✅ Over 30g per serving)

Carbs: 20.5g

Fat: 36.1g

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Nutrition Facts:

Kale – This leafy green is brimming with vitamins(especially vitamin K) and antioxidants, which help support healthy bones and may reduce inflammation.

Free-Range Chicken – Chicken thighs and drumsticks provide not only protein but also a bit more iron than white meat, supporting red blood cell formation and oxygen transport.

Blackstrap Molasses – A sweetener that packs a nutrient punch! It contains iron, calcium, and magnesium, all important for energy levels and bone health.

Coconut Aminos – A soy sauce alternative that’s often lower in sodium, while still delivering that savory, umami taste.

Bone Broth – Rich in collagen and minerals like phosphorus and calcium, which can help support healthy joints and bones.

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