Grilled Chicken in Adobo Marinade

Succulent roasted chicken pieces infused with a rich adobo marinade, featuring mildly piquant Guajillo chilies and a traditional Mexican spice blend. This dish offers a sophisticated balance of deep, smoky notes and a bright citrus finish from fresh lime, creating a vibrant centerpiece defined by its bold aromas and colors.

Prep: 15 min
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Medium

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Instructions

Servings:4

1Wipe the chicken and add salt. Place in a large bowl.
2Lightly toast the guajio peppers in a hot pan for a few seconds, turning once to prevent burning.
3Soak the roasted peppers in a bowl of hot water for 25 minutes until they soften.
4Filter the water and place the soft peppers in a blender. Add the seasoning, garlic powder, oregano, cumin, pepper, lime juice, water and salt.
5Blend until the mixture is smooth, about a minute. Strain the sauce if necessary to remove pepper skins.
6Pour the sauce over the chicken, making sure all the pieces are well coated. Cover with plastic wrap and soak in the refrigerator for at least an hour.
7Before grilling, drain the chicken (save the remaining marinade) and let it come to room temperature. Brush with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
8Roast on a preheated grill, brush with oil. Turn every 5 minutes, and brush with the marinade we saved until the chicken is completely cooked, about 25 minutes.

Ingredients

4 bone-in chicken pieces (about 6 oz each)
Salt to taste
3 guajillo peppers (seeded and deveined)
1 tsp whole seasoning or 1/2 tsp garlic powder and 1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp Mexican oregano
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1/4 cup lime juice
1/2 cup water

Nutrition

Calories: 103
Protein: 13.3g
Carbs: 0.6g
Sugar: 0.1g

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Chef tips

For a smoky flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika to the marinade. If guajillo peppers are unavailable, substitute with ancho peppers.

Culinary reasoning

Succulent roasted chicken pieces infused with a rich adobo marinade, featuring mildly piquant Guajillo chilies and a traditional Mexican spice blend. This dish offers a sophisticated balance of deep, smoky notes and a bright citrus finish from fresh lime, creating a vibrant centerpiece defined by its bold aromas and colors.

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Nutrition

Calories: 103
Protein: 13.3g
Carbs: 0.6g
Sugar: 0.1g

Chef tips

For a smoky flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika to the marinade. If guajillo peppers are unavailable, substitute with ancho peppers.

Recommended Equipment & Products

High-speed blender Ninja Vitamix
Amazon

Disclosure: these are currently regular search links, not affiliate links, and we do not earn a commission. Check current prices, availability and product labels before buying.