POLLO A LA BRASA (PERUVIAN GRILLED CHICKEN)

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For your next cookout, treat your family to a classic Peruvian dish made on the grill instead of in the oven. This recipe is simple to prepare and is bursting with flavor. If you like things spicy, leave the seeds in your jalapenos for extra heat.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     South American     Peruvian

Time 8h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
⅓ cup soy sauce
5 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon dried oregano
2 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
½ cup firmly packed cilantro
¼ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place chicken thighs into a gallon-sized resealable plastic bag. Blend soy sauce, garlic, lime juice, vegetable oil, cumin, paprika, and oregano in a blender until smooth. Pour mixture over chicken, seal the bag, and refrigerate for 8 hours.
  • Combine jalapeno peppers, cilantro, mayonnaise, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper in a blender; pulse until sauce is smooth. Transfer sauce to a covered bowl and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove chicken thighs from the bag and place on the grill. Discard bag with excess marinade. Grill thighs for 7 minutes; flip and grill 7 additional minutes.
  • Transfer thighs to a serving dish and drizzle reserved sauce over the chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 542.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.1 g, Cholesterol 132.9 mg, Fat 40.5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 37.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 1685 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

Al
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This recipe was a bit of a disappointment. The chicken was dry and the marinade didn't have much flavor. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.


zahid hussain bozdar
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Delicious! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the marinade was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Matty B (M-16)
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the marinade is perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Peter Okoye
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I love this recipe! The chicken is so flavorful and juicy. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Bionic_Turtl3
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This recipe is easy to follow and the chicken turned out great. The marinade was flavorful and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a grilled chicken recipe.


naiem islam
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the marinade gives it a delicious flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves grilled chicken.


Daniel Storm
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This recipe is a little time-consuming, but it's worth it. The chicken is so delicious and the marinade is packed with flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Peruvian food.


Kashif Hussain
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I'm not a big fan of grilled chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The marinade makes the chicken so moist and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a new way to cook chicken.


LensDoctor enockkitty
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This recipe is a great way to impress your friends and family. The chicken is so flavorful and the presentation is beautiful. I would definitely recommend this recipe for a special occasion.


Pasindu Nimsara
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family! The chicken was perfectly cooked and the marinade added so much flavor. We will definitely be making this again.


Shah saood Mian
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This Peruvian grilled chicken recipe is a total winner! The flavors are incredible and the chicken is so tender and juicy. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves grilled chicken.