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Juicy Chicken

Juicy Chicken: The Ultimate Grilled Pollo Loco Recipe

Discover the secrets to making Juicy Chicken with this easy Pollo Loco recipe. Perfect for gatherings and meal prep.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
Optional Garnish
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 2 pieces lime wedges

Equipment

  • grill
  • medium bowl
  • whisk
  • resealable plastic bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together fresh lime juice, orange juice, olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, ground cumin, chili powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
  2. Place chicken thighs in a resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F or 200°C). Clean and oil the grill grates.
  4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for 5-7 minutes on each side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  5. After grilling, let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
  6. Slice the chicken or serve it whole, garnishing with chopped cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, marinate overnight and avoid overcrowding the grill to ensure each piece is perfectly cooked.

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