Grilled El Pollo Loco Chicken Recipe for Two
This chicken marinates in a fruity liquid with savory spices. It cooks to be tender and juicy. It’s the perfect flavor combination.
Grilled El Pollo Loco Chicken
This chicken marinates in a fruity liquid with savory spices. It cooks to be tender and juicy. It’s the perfect flavor combination.
Equipment
- Gas Grill
- 1-Qt Resealable plastic bag
- Small bowl
- Knives
Ingredients
- 2 4 oz. Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 Tbsp Pineapple juice , canned or frozen (See Notes)
- 1 Tbsp Lime juice
- 1 Tbsp Orange Juice
- 1/2 Tbsp Jalapeño pepper , seeded and minced
- 1 tsp Minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp White vinegar
- 1/8 tsp Salt
- 1/16 tsp Dried oregano
- 1/32 tsp Black pepper
- 1/32 tsp Smoked paprika
- 1/64 tsp Chili powder
Instructions
- Using a resealable plastic bag, add all the listed ingredients, except chicken. Mix to combine; reserve 2 tablespoons for later use. Add the chicken and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight. Remove the chicken and discard this marinade.
- Oil and preheat the grill to 350°-375℉
- Grill chicken for 4-5 minutes or until browned. Flip and baste with reserved marinade. Cook for 4-5 minutes. Flip and baste. Check for an internal temperature of 165 degrees. If the meat is fully browned but not yet up to temperature, reduce the grill heat and continue cooking until the meat reaches 165 degrees.
- Let chicken rest for 3-5 minutes before serving.
Notes
If using fresh pineapple juice, limit marinating time to 1 hour. The fresh pineapple juice can alter the texture of the meat.
Serving suggestions and optional ingredients are not calculated as part of the nutritional facts.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 chicken BreastCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 26gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 420mgSugar: 2gCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg
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