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Pollo Asado Recipe

Bold and Flavorful Pollo Asado Recipe You'll Love

This Pollo Asado recipe is a celebration of flavors, featuring tender chicken infused with zesty citrus and a symphony of spices.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 cup Orange Juice Substitute with grapefruit juice for a different zest.
  • 1 cup Lime Juice Can use lemon juice in a pinch.
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Avocado oil can be a suitable alternative.
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced) Adjust quantity to taste.
  • 1 tbsp Achiote Powder Use achiote paste if preferred.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin Coriander can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 tsp Ground Coriander Offers citrusy notes that complement the marinade.
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Preferably Mexican.
  • 2 tsp Sea Salt or Kosher Salt Enhances all flavors.
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Black Pepper Adjust according to preference.
For the Chicken
  • 3 pounds Chicken Any cut; for a healthier option, choose skinless.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Large resealable bag
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pollo Asado Recipe
  1. In a large resealable bag or bowl, combine the marinade ingredients: orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, achiote powder, cumin, coriander, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Seal the bag or cover the bowl tightly, and let it marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
  3. While the chicken marinates, preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Remove the chicken from the marinade, discarding any excess. Place the chicken directly over the heat and grill for about 20 minutes, flipping every 5 minutes.
  5. After 20 minutes, move the chicken to an area of the grill with indirect heat and continue cooking for an additional 15-20 minutes until reaching 160-165°F.
  6. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and tent it loosely with aluminum foil. Let it rest for 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 420mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Keep marinating under 4 hours to avoid mushy chicken. Use a thermometer for internal temperature; your Pollo Asado should reach 165°F.

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