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Pollo Asado Recipe

Irresistible Pollo Asado Recipe: Flavorful Chicken Delight

This Pollo Asado recipe combines fresh citrus and spices, transforming chicken into a flavorful dish perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 cup Orange Juice fresh-squeezed for maximum flavor
  • 1/4 cup Lime Juice can substitute with lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil opt for high-quality
  • 6 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Achiote Powder
  • 2 tablespoons Ground Cumin
  • 2 tablespoons Ground Coriander
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Oregano Mexican oregano recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Sea Salt use kosher salt interchangeably
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
For the Chicken
  • 4 pounds Chicken bone-in and skin-on preferred

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Resealable Bag
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, combine orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, achiote powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, dried oregano, sea salt, and ground black pepper. Whisk until well blended.
  2. Place the chicken in a large resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, seal the bag and gently massage the marinade into the meat. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally up to four hours.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F) for grilling, or preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  4. For grilling, place the marinated chicken on direct heat for about 20 minutes, then move to indirect heat for an additional 15-20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. For oven roasting, roast skin-side up for 35-45 minutes.
  5. Once fully cooked, allow the chicken to rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken wisely to avoid overpowering flavors and always check for doneness using an instant-read thermometer.

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