Pollo Asado Recipe
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Ingredients
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Marinade
Chicken
Serving
Method
Marinade Preparation
- 1
Make the Marinade
In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, lime juice, cumin, oregano, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until well combined.
- 2
Add Fresh Cilantro
Fold in the chopped fresh cilantro into the marinade.
Chicken Preparation
- 3
Marinate the Chicken
Place the chicken pieces in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight for optimal flavor.
Cooking
- 4
Preheat the Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F/200°C).
- 5
Grill the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the marinade and let excess marinade drip off. Place the chicken pieces skin-side down on the grill. Cook for about 15-20 minutes, then flip and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/75°C).
- 6
Let it Rest
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Serving
- 7
Serve
Serve the pollo asado with lime wedges and garnish with fresh cilantro.
