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Pollo Asado

Spicy Pollo Asado: Grilled Chicken with a Zesty Twist

This Pollo Asado is a flavorful grilled chicken recipe that combines chipotle and citrus for an unforgettable meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 322
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 can Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce Provides smoky heat
  • 4 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice Adds acidity
  • 4 tablespoons Fresh Orange Juice Enhances marinade depth
  • ½ cup Fresh Cilantro Can substitute with parsley
  • 6 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 Onion Quartered
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Oregano Substitute with Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika works as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Pepper Adjustable to taste
For the Chicken
  • 3 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Substitute with chicken breast if desired
  • 2 teaspoons Olive Oil For grilling
  • 4-5 tablespoons Water Optional for pan-frying

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Grill
  • airtight container
  • Skillet
  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a blender, combine the chipotle peppers, lime juice, orange juice, cilantro, garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
  2. In an airtight container or Ziploc bag, add the chicken thighs and pour the marinade over them. Seal and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, ideally overnight.
Cooking
  1. Preheat the grill to high heat (350°F-400°F) and oil the grates with a paper towel dipped in olive oil.
  2. Grill the marinated chicken thighs for 15-30 minutes, flipping occasionally until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. For pan-searing, heat a skillet with olive oil and cook each side of the chicken for 5 minutes or until cooked through.
  4. For air frying, preheat the air fryer to 400°F, cook for 8 minutes, flip, and then cook for another 6-7 minutes until the internal temperature hits 165°F.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 322kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For maximum flavor, marinate overnight. Store cooked Pollo Asado in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 6 months.

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