Pollo Placero Recipe

Name: Pollo Placero Recipe
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Spanish

Recipe By Slurrp

Pollo Placero is a traditional Mexican dish that translates to 'Chicken of the Town'. It is a flavorful and succulent roasted chicken dish that is marinated in a blend of spices and herbs. The chicken is then cooked until golden and crispy on the outside, while remaining juicy and tender on the inside. This dish is perfect for a family gathering or a special occasion, and is often served with rice, beans, and tortillas.

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1hr 30minstotal

45minsPrep

45minsCook

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Ingredients For Pollo Placero Recipe

1 Whole Chicken
4 cloves Cloves Of Garlic, Minced
2 Juice Limes
1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
1 teaspoon Paprika
1 teaspoon Salt
0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
as needed Optional: Chopped Onions And Peppers For Extra Flavor

Directions : Pollo Placero Recipe

Cooking Directions

STEP 1.In a bowl, mix together garlic, lime juice, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
STEP 2.Place the chicken in a large ziplock bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag and massage the marinade into the chicken. Let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
STEP 3.Preheat the oven to 375掳F (190掳C). Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on a baking sheet. Roast in the oven for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 165掳F (74掳C).
STEP 4.Once cooked, let the chicken rest for a few minutes before carving. Serve with rice, beans, and tortillas.
STEP 5.Enjoy the delicious and flavorful Pollo Placero!

Cooking Tips

For extra flavor, you can add chopped onions and peppers to the marinade.
If you prefer a spicier chicken, you can add some chili powder or cayenne pepper to the marinade.
To achieve a crispy skin, you can broil the chicken for a few minutes at the end of the cooking time.

Storage and Serving

Leftover Pollo Placero can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
To reheat, place the chicken in a preheated oven at 350掳F (175掳C) for about 15-20 minutes, or until heated through.
Serve the Pollo Placero with rice, beans, and tortillas for a complete and satisfying meal.

Nutrition
value

148

calories per serving

1 g Fat4 g Protein29 g Carbs9 g FiberOther

Current Totals

1 g Fat
4 g Protein
29 g Carbs
9 g Fiber

MacroNutrients

Carbs
29 g
Protein
4 g
Fiber
9 g

Fats

Fat
1 g

Vitamins & Minerals

Calcium
95 mg
Iron
3 mg
Vitamin A
3024 mcg
Vitamin B1
0 mg
Vitamin B2
0 mg
Vitamin B3
3 mg
Vitamin B6
0 mg
Vitamin B9
64 mcg
Vitamin B12
0 mcg
Vitamin C
72 mg
Vitamin E
1 mg
Copper
0 mcg
Magnesium
74 mg
Manganese
2 mg
Phosphorus
100 mg
Selenium
1 mcg
Zinc
1 mg

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment

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