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Pollo Asado

A flavorful and aromatic roasted chicken dish, marinated with a blend of spices and citrus, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1 whole chicken about 3-4 pounds
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup orange juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon oregano dried
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder optional for heat

Method
 

Prepare the Marinade
  1. In a blender, combine olive oil, orange juice, lime juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and chili powder. Blend until smooth.
Marinate the Chicken
  1. Place the chicken in a large bowl or a resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is well coated. Seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
Roast the Chicken
  1. Preheat the oven to 375?F (190?C). Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it in a roasting pan. Discard the marinade.
  2. Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165?F (75?C).
Rest and Serve
  1. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving. Serve with your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley to the marinade.

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