Macadamia Free 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. Bone-in thighs and drumsticks get bathed in a bold marinade of fresh orange and lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, turmeric, smoked paprika, and oregano, building layers of flavor that sink all the way to the bone. The beauty of this recipe is that every single ingredient is straightforward and tree-nut-free by nature, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about unexpected additions sneaking into your meal. You can go full grill for that gorgeous char, or sear and finish in the oven — either way, the skin comes out crackling and caramelized with a color that's almost too pretty to eat. A quick rest after cooking locks in all those juices, and a squeeze of fresh lime and a handful of cilantro at the table bring the whole thing to life. It's the kind of weeknight dinner that feels like a celebration without requiring much fuss at all.

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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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