Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCaracolPollo Rostizado Recipe

Pollo Rostizado Recipe

Inspired by Caracol
Time1h 30m
Serves4

half roasted chicken, adobo sauce, arroz blanco, refritos

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Clean the whole chicken and pat it dry with paper towels. Rub the chicken with olive oil, garlic (minced), salt, and black pepper. Squeeze the juice of the lemon over the chicken and place the lemon halves inside the cavity.

  2. 2

    Marinate with Adobo

    Generously coat the chicken with adobo sauce, ensuring it's well covered. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight in the refrigerator for deeper flavor.

  3. 3

    Roast the Chicken

    Place the marinated chicken in a roasting pan and roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Baste the chicken with the juices every 20 minutes for a golden finish.

  4. 4

    Cook the Rice

    While the chicken is roasting, cook the white rice according to package instructions.

  5. 5

    Heat the Refried Beans

    In a saucepan, heat the refried beans over medium heat until warmed through, stirring occasionally.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Once the chicken is done, let it rest for 10 minutes before carving. Serve the roasted chicken alongside the white rice and refried beans. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

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