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Spiced Filipino Chicken Adobo with Pineapple Chunks

Name: Spiced Filipino Chicken Adobo with Pineapple Chunks
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 1 kg chicken thighs and drumsticks; 1/2 cup soy sauce; 1/4 cup white vinegar; 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar; 1/4 cup pineapple juice, from canned pineapples; 1 medium onion, sliced; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 bay leaves; 1/2 tsp black peppercorns, whole; 1/2 tsp ground black pepper; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 cup pineapple chunks, canned or fresh; 1 red bell pepper, sliced; 1 green bell pepper, sliced; 1 tbsp brown sugar; Fresh parsley, chopped; Green onions, sliced thinly

This Filipino dish combines the savory, rich flavors of Chicken Adobo with the sweet tanginess of pineapples, creating a unique, delectable experience.

4.5(424 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·November 4, 2025

Spiced Filipino Chicken Adobo with Pineapple Chunks — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Chicken Adobo

For the Pineapple Integration

For Garnishing

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 636 kcal
Protein: 48.75 g
Carbs: 21.25 g
Fat: 38.5 g
Fiber: 2.75 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2543 kcal
Protein: 195 g
Carbs: 85 g
Fat: 154 g
Fiber: 11 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1 kg chicken thighs and drumsticks	2000	180	0	140	0
1/2 cup soy sauce	100	10	8	0	0
1/4 cup white vinegar	0	0	0	0	0
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar	10	0	2	0	0
1/4 cup pineapple juice from canned pineapples	30	0	8	0	0
1 medium onion sliced	44	1	10	0	1
4 cloves garlic minced	18	1	4	0	0
2 bay leaves	5	0	1	0	1
1/2 tsp black peppercorns whole	3	0	0	0	0
1/2 tsp ground black pepper	3	0	1	0	1
1 tbsp olive oil	120	0	0	14	0
1 cup pineapple chunks canned or fresh	82	1	21	0	2
1 red bell pepper sliced	37	1	9	0	3
1 green bell pepper sliced	33	1	7	0	3
1 tbsp brown sugar	52	0	13	0	0
Fresh parsley chopped	1	0	0	0	0
Green onions sliced thinly	5	0	1	0	0

These estimates are not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Chicken

1
Combine marinade ingredients
In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, white vinegar, apple cider vinegar, pineapple juice, sliced onion, garlic, bay leaves, and black peppercorns.
2
Add chicken pieces
Add chicken pieces, ensuring they are fully submerged.
3
Marinate
Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or overnight for best flavor.
Tip: Do not exceed 24 hours in marination as it may alter the texture of the chicken.

Preparing the Pineapple Mix

1
Heat olive oil
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
2
Sauté pineapple and peppers
Add pineapple chunks and both sliced peppers, sauté until tender.
3
Caramelize with sugar
Stir in brown sugar, allowing it to caramelize the pineapple slightly.

How to Make Spiced Filipino Chicken Adobo with Pineapple Chunks

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Initial Sear
Heat pan over medium-high heat. Sear marinaded chicken pieces without marinade until lightly browned.
2
Sauce Integration
Pour marinade into the pan. Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer. Cover and cook for 45-60 minutes.
3
Final Touch
Stir in sautéed pineapple and peppers 15 minutes before the dish is complete.