Jul 13 2026
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Pollo Asado Or Carne Asada With Pico De Gallo Recipe

Inspired by Juan's Flaming Fajitas & Cantina
Time2h
Serves6

Make Pollo Asado Or Carne Asada With Pico De Gallo Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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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 mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a marinade.

  2. 2

    Prepare Chicken

    Place the chicken thighs in a large resealable bag or a bowl and pour the marinade over the chicken. Make sure all pieces are well coated. Seal the bag or cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.

  3. 3

    Cook the Chicken

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade. Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

For the Carne Asada

  1. 4

    Marinate the Steak

    In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a marinade.

  2. 5

    Prepare Steak

    Place the flank steak in a large resealable bag or a bowl and pour the marinade over the steak. Make sure the steak is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.

  3. 6

    Cook the Steak

    Preheat your grill to high heat. Remove steak from the marinade and discard the marinade. Grill steak for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness is reached. Allow to rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain.

For the Pico de Gallo

  1. 7

    Prepare the Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, finely chopped onion, chopped cilantro, and minced jalapeño.

  2. 8

    Season the Pico de Gallo

    Drizzle lime juice over the mixture and sprinkle with salt. Mix well to combine all ingredients.

  3. 9

    Let it Rest

    Let the pico de gallo sit for at least 15 minutes at room temperature to allow flavors to meld before serving.

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