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pollo asado with sliced limes and oranges.
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Pollo Asada (Mexican Grilled Chicken)

Pollo Asada is a delicious Mexican dish that combines the smoky flavors of grilled chicken with the bright, zesty notes from citrus juices and spices. 
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Marinate Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 35 minutes
Course: entree
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 5 Servings
Calories: 608kcal
Author: Hilda Sterner

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 4 lbs chicken thighs/drumsticks/breasts
  • ½ cup orange juice
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar
  • 4 cloves garlic (crushed)
  • 1 ounce achiote paste
  • 2 teaspoon Mexican oregano
  • 2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1½ teaspoon chipotle pepper
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Trechas Chile Powder (link, or Tajin)

Instructions

  • Prepare pollo asada marinade by whisking olive oil, orange juice, lime juice, and vinegar in a small bowl or a measuring cup. Mix in crushed garlic, crumbled achiote paste, Mexican oregano, sea salt, coriander, smoked paprika, chipotle pepper, black pepper, cumin, onion powder, and Tajin.
  • Add defrosted chicken pieces to a large ziplock bag and pour marinade over them. Remove excess air from the bag and seal shut. Marinade chicken for 4 hours. Bring to room temperature before grilling.
  • Heat grill to medium high heat (between 400-450°F). Once hot, use a wire brush to clean the grill grate and remove leftover residue. Fold a few oil-soaked paper towels and hold with a pair of tongs to oil the grate or use cooking spray.
  • Add chicken to grill, then cover with lid. Grill chicken breasts for 10-15 minutes (flipping halfway through) or until a meat thermometer inserted in the thickest part reaches an internal temp of 165℉.
  • Grill bone-in chicken legs for 15-20 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 175-180℉. Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

    • Store leftovers in the refrigerator, in an airtight container, for up to 5 days.
    • Reheat pollo asado in a microwave for a minute, or until heated through.
    • To reheat in the oven, place chicken in a 325 degree oven for 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Servings | Calories: 608kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 47g | Fat: 43g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 185mg | Sodium: 1107mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g
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