Description
A simple Filipino-inspired dish featuring tender chicken simmered in soy sauce with garlic, onions, and pechay (bok choy) for a savory and nutritious meal.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs chicken (cut into serving pieces)
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup water or chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional, for richer flavor)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 bunch pechay (bok choy), cleaned and trimmed
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned on all sides.
- Pour in soy sauce, water (or broth), and oyster sauce if using. Stir to combine.
- Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Season with ground black pepper and fish sauce (if desired).
- Add pechay during the last 3-4 minutes of cooking. Cover and let it wilt.
- Serve hot with steamed rice.
Notes
- Pechay can be substituted with spinach or napa cabbage if unavailable.
- Adjust soy sauce depending on desired saltiness.
- Best enjoyed with freshly steamed white rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Filipino