Chicken Adobo

Directions

1. 1
   Combine all of the marinade ingredients in a large, nonreactive bowl or resealable plastic freezer bag.
2. 2
   Add the chicken and turn to coat.
3. 3
   Refrigerate overnight or for at least 2 hours.
4. 4
   Place chicken and marinade in a large lidded pot or Dutch oven over high heat and bring to a boil.
5. 5
   Immediately reduce heat to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and tender, around 30 minutes.
6. 6
   Heat broiler.
7. 7
   Transfer chicken pieces to a large bowl, raise heat under the pot to medium-high, and reduce the sauce until it achieves almost the consistency of cream, about 10 minutes.
8. 8
   Remove bay leaves and chilies.
9. 9
   Place chicken pieces on a roasting pan and place under broiler for 5 to 7 minutes, until they begin to caramelize.
10. 10
    Remove, turn chicken, baste with sauce and repeat, 3 to 5 minutes more.
11. 11
    Return chicken to sauce and cook for a few minutes more, then place on a platter and drizzle heavily with sauce.