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Pollo Asado (Chipotle Copycat Recipe)

A flavorful and spicy grilled chicken dish inspired by Chipotle's famous Pollo Asado, marinated with citrus and spices.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1 cup orange juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon oregano dried
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle powder or cayenne pepper for heat
Chicken
  • 4 pieces bone-in chicken thighs skinless preferred
  • 1 tablespoon salt for seasoning

Method
 

Prepare the Marinade
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and chipotle powder until well combined.
  2. Reserve 1/4 cup of the marinade for basting later.
Marinate the Chicken
  1. Place the chicken thighs in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish.
  2. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it's well coated.
  3. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
Grill the Chicken
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
  3. Season the chicken with salt before placing it on the grill.
  4. Grill the chicken for about 6-8 minutes per side, basting with the reserved marinade, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Serve
  1. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  2. Serve with your favorite sides and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 4gSugar: 2g

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding fresh cilantro to the marinade or serving with lime wedges.

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