Description
Pollo Asado (Chipotle Copycat Recipe) is a mouth-watering grilled chicken dish that exemplifies vibrant, bold flavors. Marinated in a zesty chipotle sauce with a perfect balance of lime and orange juice, this recipe is both easy to prepare and incredibly versatile. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or enjoying a cozy family dinner, Pollo Asado shines as an impressive meal option that appeals to all ages. With just 10 minutes of prep time and 15 minutes of cooking, you can transform simple ingredients into an unforgettable culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs (or halved chicken breasts)
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (7 oz)
- 4 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 4 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- ½ cup fresh cilantro
- 6 garlic cloves
- 1 medium onion (quartered)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander (optional)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, blend the chipotle peppers, lime juice, orange juice, cilantro, garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, optional coriander, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Place the chicken in a large bowl or zip-top bag and pour the marinade over it. Ensure all pieces are well-coated and marinate for at least 30 minutes (up to overnight for deeper flavor).
- Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for about 5–7 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken thigh (approximately 85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg