PERUVIAN GRILLED CHICKEN (POLLO A LA BRASA)

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This is a delicious grilled chicken recipe from Peru. Many versions of this recipe abound, which soy sauce seems to be the common ingredient in all of them. The title suggests it's grilled, but this dish can be oven roasted, too. The instructions provide directions for both grilling and roasting. But please plan accordingly...

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories     Chicken

Time 8h45m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 c low-sodium soy sauce
2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
5 garlic cloves
2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp paprika
1/2 to 1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 Tbsp vegetable oil
3 1/2 lb whole chicken, quartered (i used a cut-up fryer, and it worked well)
1 large lime, quartered (for garnish)

Steps:

  • 1. Add soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, oregano, chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and oil to blender, and blend until well mixed.
  • 2. Put chicken in a large sealable plastic zip-lock bag and add marinade. Seal bag and marinate, chilled, 8 to 24 hours. Turn occasionally to assure even marinating.
  • 3. FOR GRILLING: Prepare grill for medium-high heat. Oil grill rack. FOR OVEN ROASTING: Preheat oven to 500°F. Add water to a 13x9-inch baking dish; set aside.
  • 4. Discard marinade, then pat chicken dry.
  • 5. FOR GRILLING: Grill chicken over area with no coals (or over a turned-off burner), skin side down first, covered, turning over once, until cooked through, about 30 to 35 minutes (add charcoal to maintain heat). FOR OVEN ROASTING: Place chicken in a single layer in the baking dish. Roast chicken for 30 minutes. Then tent with foil and continue roasting until browned and cooked through, about 15 minutes longer.
  • 6. Garnish with lime wedges, and serve while hot.

Huda Khan
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was flavorful and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.


Ncoba Ncobani
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the chicken and the aji verde sauce.


Gabriel Seyi
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out great. I loved the smoky flavor from the charcoal grill.


KateVsp
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Delicious! The chicken was juicy and tender, and the marinade gave it a wonderful flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Mark Oellrich
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the marinade was easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Md:Arman Miah
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the marinade gives it a delicious flavor. I highly recommend this recipe.


Asad Karog
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This grilled chicken was so flavorful and juicy. The marinade really penetrated the chicken and made it incredibly tender. I loved the combination of spices and herbs.


Jarkotai King
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the chicken and the aji verde sauce. I'll definitely be making this again for my next party.


Jenna Isitt
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out great. I loved the smoky flavor from the charcoal grill. I served it with rice and beans and it was a delicious meal.


Ibrahim Achtoun
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I'm not usually a fan of grilled chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The marinade made all the difference, and the chicken was so tender and moist. I'll definitely be making this again.


MAHMOUD ALRASHED
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This chicken was amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The skin was crispy and the meat was juicy and flavorful. I served it with the aji verde sauce and it was a huge hit with my family.


Hamza Leghari
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As a big fan of Peruvian cuisine, I was excited to try this recipe. It didn't disappoint! The chicken was juicy and tender, and the marinade gave it a wonderful flavor. I'll definitely be adding this recipe to my regular rotation.


Urmila Ban
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I'm Peruvian and I can confirm that this recipe is the real deal. The marinade is flavorful and the chicken is cooked perfectly. I especially love the aji verde sauce, it's the perfect complement to the chicken.


ijisakin sunday
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This Peruvian Grilled Chicken (Pollo a la Brasa) recipe was an absolute hit at my last BBQ! The flavors were so authentic and delicious, and the chicken was cooked to perfection. My guests raved about it, and I'll definitely be making it again soon.