Kapampangan Chicken Asado

This Kapampangan version of Chicken Asado is made with fresh tomatoes. Mouthwatering flavors and ingredients definitely make this a must-try! This dish is filled with aromatic ingredients that are sure to make your dining table smell absolutely divine.

Ingredients:

• 500 grams chicken (legs, thighs, and wings)
• 4 pieces calamansi (or lemon juice)
  
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 tablespoons white onion, chopped
• 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic, chopped
• 1 piece laurel leaf
• 2 1/2 cups tomatoes, chopped
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons brown sugar
• salt, to taste
• 1 1/2 tablespoons achuete oil (annatto oil)

Instructions:

1. Marinate chicken pieces in calamansi juice and soy sauce. Keep chilled for about 4 hours.
2. Heat oil and butter in a pot over medium high heat. Sear the chicken pieces for 4-5 minutes per side or until lightly golden brown. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
3. In the same pan, sauté onions, garlic, bay leaf and tomatoes. Allow to simmer for 3-4 minutes then add soy sauce and brown sugar and mix well. 

4.  Return the chicken back to the pan and simmer further for 10-12 minutes or until chicken is cooked. Add atsuete oil and season to taste.