Xanthan Gum Free Pollo Asado

Smoky, citrus-soaked chicken with a deeply charred crust — this is the kind of dish that makes people ask what your secret is. 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 before it even hits the heat. Every single ingredient here is a whole, recognizable food, which means there's no need to scan labels or second-guess whether a thickener or stabilizer snuck into your dinner. Xanthan gum tends to hide in pre-made marinades, spice blends, and bottled sauces, so building this one from scratch puts you fully in control. You can take it to the grill for serious char, or go the oven route for equally juicy, golden results — either way, the skin crisps up beautifully and the meat stays tender all the way to the bone. A squeeze of fresh lime and a handful of cilantro at the end keeps everything bright and balanced. This is weeknight cooking that genuinely tastes like something you'd order at a restaurant.

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