BHA & BHT Free Pollo Asado

Smoky, citrus-soaked chicken with a deeply charred crust is one of those dishes that feels like it came from a restaurant kitchen — and this version is completely built from scratch using whole, recognizable ingredients. That matters more than it might seem, because many store-bought marinades and spice blends sneak in synthetic preservatives like BHA and BHT to extend shelf life, and they're easy to miss on a label. Here, every element of the marinade is fresh or naturally dried: orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, and a lineup of ground spices that you can trust straight from the jar. The turmeric and smoked paprika give the chicken that gorgeous burnished color, while the citrus tenderizes the meat during a long marinade that does most of the heavy lifting for you. You can finish it on the grill for serious char or go entirely oven-roasted — either way, the skin crisps up beautifully and the meat stays juicy all the way to the bone. A squeeze of fresh lime and a handful of cilantro at the end keep things bright and clean, no additives required.

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