Chicken Marinade – Pollo Asado (Chipotle Copycat)
Chicken Marinade – Pollo Asado (Chipotle Copycat) is a flavor-packed marinade that elevates your chicken dishes to restaurant quality. Combining zesty citrus juices with aromatic spices, this easy-to-make marinade infuses your chicken with mouthwatering taste in just 30 minutes or overnight for deeper flavors. Perfect for grilling or baking, serve it alongside rice, tortillas, or a fresh salad for a meal that delights everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together lime juice, orange juice, minced garlic, olive oil, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Place chicken thighs in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over the chicken, ensuring even coverage. Seal or cover.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to overnight for maximum flavor.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400°F / 200°C).
- Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess liquid. Grill for about 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (74°C).
- Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 oz grilled chicken
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg