Filipino Chicken Recipes
From the classic adobo to crispy fried chicken, discover the versatility of chicken in Filipino cooking.
About Filipino Chicken Dishes
Chicken is the backbone of Filipino home cooking - affordable, versatile, and loved by all ages. Filipino chicken recipes range from the soy-vinegar perfection of Adobo to the ginger-infused warmth of Tinola. Whether fried until golden and crispy or braised in savory sauces, chicken adapts beautifully to the bold flavors of Filipino cuisine. These recipes are weeknight-friendly yet special enough for gatherings.
Chicken Adobo
The iconic Filipino chicken dish with soy and vinegar
Adobong Puti
White adobo without soy sauce, pure and tangy
Filipino Fried Chicken
Crispy, golden fried chicken Filipino-style
Pinaupong Manok
Steamed chicken sitting on vegetables
Sweet & Sour Chicken
Filipino version with pineapple and peppers
Tinola
Ginger chicken soup with green papaya
Tips for Cooking Filipino Chicken
Bone-In for Flavor
Use bone-in chicken pieces for richer flavor and juicier meat in stews and adobo.
Don't Overcook
Chicken cooks faster than beef or pork. Watch the time to keep it tender and juicy.
Aromatics First
Saute garlic and onions until fragrant before adding chicken for depth of flavor.