Description
Homemade Pollo Loco is a flavorful Mexican grilled chicken dish that’s marinated in citrus juices and spices, then grilled to perfection. Serve it with Mexican rice and warm tortillas for a delicious meal.
Ingredients
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Marinade:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Serving:
- Cooked Mexican rice
- Warm tortillas for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, orange juice, vinegar, garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish, pour marinade over them, seal or cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade, shake off excess, and grill for 5–6 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve hot with Mexican rice and warm tortillas.
Notes
- For extra flavor, pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness before marinating to ensure even cooking.
- You can also use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
- This chicken is versatile and great in tacos, burrito bowls, or salads.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
