Adobo chicken

INGREDIENTS
1 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup white vinegar
5 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon fresh ground pepper
3 bay leaves
3 pounds chicken thighs, bone in

DIRECTIONS
Combine soy, vinegar, pepper, brown sugar, garlic and bay leaves in the bottom of a large pot. Place chicken skin side down in pot and bring to a boil. Immediately turn down to a simmer and cover with lid. After 30 minutes, remove lid and turn chicken over and simmer for an additional 20 - 30 minutes then serve with steamed rice