Pollo Diablo Recipe
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Ingredients
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Marinade and rub
Glaze and finish
Garnish and serving
Method
Marinade and prep
- 1
Prepare marinade
In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, smoked paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir in fresh lime juice.
- 2
- 3
Marinate time
Cover and refrigerate for 30-60 minutes to let flavors penetrate.
Glaze and finish
- 4
Make diablo glaze
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, hot sauce, lime juice, and water until smooth. This glaze will be brushed onto the chicken during cooking.
Cooking
- 5
Sear chicken
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the marinated chicken thighs skin-side down and sear until the skin is deeply browned, about 5-6 minutes.
- 6
Flip and glaze
Flip the chicken, brush generously with the diablo glaze, and cook another 6-8 minutes, basting occasionally with glaze. If the sauce thickens, add a splash of water.
- 7
Finish cooking
Reduce heat to medium and cook until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), about 4-6 more minutes.
Serve
- 8
Rest the chicken for 5 minutes, then garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
