Eggless Pollo Asado

Total time3 hr

Prep time20 min

Cook time40 min

4.7

(14)

Smoky, citrus-soaked chicken with a deeply charred crust — this is the kind of dish that makes everyone hover near the grill. The marinade does all the heavy lifting, blending fresh orange and lime juice with garlic, cumin, turmeric, and smoked paprika into something that smells incredible and tastes even better. Because the whole recipe is built around bone-in, skin-on chicken and a punchy citrus-herb marinade, there are absolutely no eggs involved at any stage — no binders, no washes, nothing hidden. That makes it a genuinely easy win for anyone cooking without eggs, since so many grilled chicken recipes sneak in egg-based sauces or marinades you wouldn't expect. You can go full grill for maximum char, or sear and finish in the oven if the weather isn't cooperating — either way, you're getting that gorgeous caramelized skin and juicy interior. A squeeze of lime and a handful of fresh cilantro at the end brighten everything up and make it feel like it came straight off a street taco cart. This one is absolutely worth the marinade time.

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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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