Caffeine Free Pollo Asado

Total time3 hr

Prep time20 min

Cook time40 min

4.7

(14)

Smoky, citrus-soaked, and deeply charred at the edges, this grilled chicken is the kind of meal that makes everyone hover near the grill asking when it'll be ready. The marinade layers fresh orange and lime juice with garlic, cumin, turmeric, smoked paprika, and oregano for a flavor that's bold, bright, and completely built from scratch — no store-bought sauces or mystery additives to worry about. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of stimulants, so you can enjoy a vibrant, restaurant-worthy dinner without a second thought. Bone-in, skin-on thighs and drumsticks are the move for maximum juiciness, and that long marinade time — anywhere from two to eight hours — means the flavor goes all the way through. You can finish these on the grill for serious char, or take them through the oven if that's what you've got, and either way the result is stunning. A five-minute rest before serving keeps all those juices locked in, and a squeeze of fresh lime and a handful of cilantro at the table ties the whole thing together beautifully.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the chicken

3 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces (thighs and drumsticks)

For the marinade

¼ cup fresh orange juice
3 tbsp fresh lime juice
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground turmeric
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp salt
¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

For serving

lime wedges, for serving (optional)
fresh cilantro, roughly chopped, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, turmeric, smoked paprika, oregano, black pepper, salt, and cayenne (if using) until combined.
2
Place the chicken pieces in a large zip-top bag or baking dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, turning each piece to coat thoroughly. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 8 hours.

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