Description
Pollo Asado (Chipotle Copycat Recipe) is your ticket to savory, smoky grilled chicken that captures the essence of Chipotle’s beloved dish right in your kitchen. This easy-to-follow recipe features tender chicken marinated in a vibrant blend of chipotle peppers, citrus juices, and spices. Perfect for family gatherings, weeknight dinners, or meal prep, this flavorful dish cooks up quickly and can be adapted to your preferred cooking method—grilling, pan-searing, or air frying. Serve it in tacos, burrito bowls, or salads for an unforgettable meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breast
- 1 can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- Fresh lime juice
- Fresh orange juice
- Olive oil
- Garlic cloves
- Ground cumin
- Smoked paprika
Instructions
- Blend marinade ingredients (chipotle peppers, lime juice, orange juice, garlic, spices) until smooth.
- Coat the chicken with the marinade in a container or Ziploc bag; refrigerate for 15 minutes to 24 hours.
- Grill at high heat for 15–30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Alternatively, pan-sear in a skillet or air fry at 400°F until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Pan-Searing/Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 115mg