Jul 14 2026

Pollo Loco Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Charbroiled chicken breast topped with jalapenos, served with rice, guacamole salad and flour tortillas.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Marinate the chicken breasts in this mixture for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Charbroil the Chicken

    Preheat the grill or charbroiler to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked. Top with sliced jalapenos during the last few minutes of cooking.

  3. 3

    Cook the Rice

    In a saucepan, combine rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked and water is absorbed.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Guacamole Salad

    In a bowl, mix guacamole, shredded lettuce, and diced tomato. Toss lightly to combine.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Plate the grilled chicken breasts with a side of rice and guacamole salad. Warm the flour tortillas and serve alongside.

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