El Pollo Loco Style Citrus Marinade and Grilling Baste

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 2
El Pollo Loco Style Citrus Marinade and Grilling Baste
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

120 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup orange juice , freshly squeezed
1/8 cup lime juice , freshly squeezed
1/8 cup lemon juice , freshly squeezed
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 garlic cloves , partially crushed but left whole
2 tablespoons cilantro , finely chopped
2 tablespoons green onions , finely chopped
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce ( to taste , I use Tabasco . )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
321
Sugar
5g
Fat
23g
If you love citrus chicken, then you're in for a true delight with the El Pollo Loco Style Citrus Marinade and Grilling Baste recipe. It's an outstanding combination of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. The chicken is marinated in a burst of citrus juices, garlic, and herbs which not only infuse the meat with a delicious flavor, but it also gives it a distinctive aroma. It's a perfect recipe for summers or for any barbecuing occasions. It's guaranteed to be a hit with your family and guests. The flavors are sure to make a lasting impression that will leave them craving for more.

Instructions

1.In a mixing bowl, whisk together orange juice, lime juice, and lemon juice.
2.Whisk in vegetable oil, garlic, cilantro, green onions, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and hot pepper sauce.
3.Marinate the chicken in a covered container for at least 2 hours or overnight, refridgerating the container.
4.Preheat a grill and lightly oil the surface
5.Remove the chicken from the marinade, discard the leftover marinade
6.Grill the chicken until it's cooked through. Turn it frequently and baste with the reserved marinade every 5 minutes or so.
7.Serve hot.

PROS

El Pollo Loco Style Citrus Marinade and Grilling Baste imparts the perfect flavor to the chicken while keeping it juicy and succulent.

This recipe is perfect for anyone who loves citrus chicken.

It’s perfect for a dinner party to impress your guests.

CONS

The recipe is a bit complicated and requires some pre-planning.

Some of the ingredients can be a little hard to find in most grocery stores.

The dish requires more oil than most recipes, making it a bit fattening.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

El Pollo Loco Style Citrus Marinade and Grilling Baste is a great way to increase the variety of nutrients from your chicken dish.
It’s high in vitamins C and B6 which helps to protect the body against illnesses as well as supports a healthy immune system.
It’s low in calories and high in protein.

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