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Pollo Asado

Savor Delicious Pollo Asado: Tender Mexican Grilled Chicken

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Experience the succulent flavors of Pollo Asado, a healthy and versatile Mexican grilled chicken dish.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 cup Orange Juice freshly squeezed enhances flavor
  • 1/4 cup Lime Juice adds zest
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil for marinating
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced or paste
  • 2 tbsp Achiote Powder or paste for easier incorporation
  • 1 tbsp Ground Cumin
  • 1 tbsp Ground Coriander
  • 1 tbsp Dried Oregano preferably Mexican
  • 1 tbsp Sea Salt or Kosher Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper preferably freshly ground
For the Chicken
  • 3 pounds Chicken any cuts

Equipment

  • grill
  • Baking Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pollo Asado
  1. In a large bowl or resealable bag, combine orange juice, lime juice, and olive oil. Add garlic, achiote powder, cumin, coriander, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly to create marinade.
  2. Add chicken to the marinade, ensuring each piece is coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
  3. Preheat your grill for indirect heat or bake at 400°F (200°C). Clean and oil the grates if grilling.
  4. Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess. Grill chicken over direct heat for about 20 minutes until charred, then move to indirect heat until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. If baking, place chip on a wire rack in a pan, bake skin-side up for 35-45 minutes until golden brown and reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
  6. Allow Pollo Asado to rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with lime wedges and chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 48gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 630mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight container for 3-4 days; freeze for 2-3 months.

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