Description
Pollo Asado Chicken Marinade is a flavorful mix that enhances your chicken dishes.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Collect all the ingredients listed above for easy access.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the orange juice and lime juice.
- Pour in the olive oil and whisk until well blended.
- Add the minced garlic to the mixture, stirring to combine.
- Add the chili powder, cumin, and salt, whisking until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Place your chicken pieces (legs, thighs, or breasts) in a large zip-top bag or a shallow dish.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish.
- Allow the chicken to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. For maximum flavor, marinate overnight.
- Before grilling, preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on the grill. Cook for 30-35 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For best results, marinate overnight.
- This marinade works well with various chicken cuts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg