This is one of those recipes that can instantly take me back home and comfort me when I get homesick. The ultimate comfort meal. I titled it Chicken Estufao in homage to my Chamorro culture, but this recipe is very much the same as the filipino dish, Chicken Adobo, so I included both. I like my Estufao/Adobo on the sweeter side, so I love to add sugar. My husband likes it on the salty/savory side, but he approves, so everyone wins - not too sweet and not too salty. I love me some garlic, so no skimping here. This dish pairs perfectly with steamed, white rice. Upon simmering, a delicious sauce will come together at the bottom of the pan. Drizzle over your steamed rice and there you have the perfect meal to satisfy all your salty/savory/slightly sweet desires.

There are many variations to this dish, but the main ingredients are soy sauce and vinegar. You can use apple cider vinegar in place of regular vinegar or add in some peppercorns for a deeper peppery taste! Remember, cooking should be fun and flexible. So, have fun with it!

I hope you enjoy this recipe just as much as I do! Let me know if you try this recipe, or if you are already a fan of this dish, how do you like yours? What is unique to how you prepare yours? 

xo stina