
Pollo Asado
This Pollo Asado recipe is quick, easy, and incredibly flavorful! It is full of bright and zesty flavors. This easy chicken recipe is a great way to make chicken. It is quick and easy enough for busy weeknights!
Ingreadient
- 2 pounds chicken thighs (boneless and skinless)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ⅓ cup fresh orange juice
- 3 tbsp lime juice
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp achiote powder (or paprika)
- 2 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp cumin
Step by step
- First, add chicken thighs and all ingredients to a large bowl. Toss until fully coated in juices and seasonings. Either make this recipe immediately or marinate the chicken in this mixture for up to 2 hours.
- Add the olive oil to a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Once the oil is hot, add the seasoned chicken to the skillet.
- Cook for 5 minutes. Then, carefully flip.
- Cook for another 5 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to medium low. Continue cooking, flipping occasionally, until chicken is fully cooked through. Chicken should be 165 degrees Fahrenehit internally.
- Finally, remove the pollo asado from the pan. Top with fresh herbs if desired. Serve!