Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsJuan's Flaming Fajitas & CantinaPollo Asado Or Carne Asada Recipe

Pollo Asado Or Carne Asada Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves6

Cooked with pico de gallo.

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Ingredients

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For the Pollo Asado

For the Carne Asada

For the Pico de Gallo

Method

For the Pollo Asado

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lime juice, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and oregano. Add the chicken pieces and ensure they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for better flavor.

  2. 2

    Cook the Chicken

    Preheat the grill or oven to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the excess marinade. Grill the chicken for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

For the Carne Asada

  1. 3

    Marinate the Steak

    In a large bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the flank steak and rub the marinade all over the meat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for better flavor.

  2. 4

    Cook the Steak

    Preheat the grill to high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and discard the excess marinade. Grill the steak for about 5-7 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing against the grain.

For the Pico de Gallo

  1. 5

    Prepare the Pico de Gallo

    In a medium bowl, combine diced tomatoes, diced onion, minced jalapeño, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Toss gently to combine. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

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