Description
Pollo Asado is a flavorful chicken dish that brings together juicy, marinated meat with vibrant, zesty flavors. This Chicken Marinade – Pollo Asado (Chipotle Copycat) recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings and will elevate your meals to new heights. With the bold combination of citrus and smoky chipotle, every bite is a fiesta for your taste buds. The marinade does all the hard work, making it an easy yet impressive option for any occasion. Whether served in tacos, salads, or on its own, this dish promises satisfaction for everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 pounds bone-in chicken thighs (or breasts)
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- ½ cup orange juice
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- ½ cup chopped yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic, diced
- 2 ounces achiote paste
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon chipotle chile pepper
Instructions
- Blend all marinade ingredients until smooth.
- Place chicken in a ziplock bag or container and pour the marinade over it.
- Marinate in the refrigerator for 4 to 24 hours.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (425-450°F).
- Grill chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until it reaches appropriate internal temperatures—165°F for breasts and 175°F for thighs.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg