Peruvian Pollo a la Brasa Roast Chicken

Peruvian Pollo a la Brasa Roast Chicken

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Latin · 130 min · Chicken · dairy-free, keto, low-carb, high-protein

514 cal 46g protein 6g carbs 34g fat per serving · estimated

Ingredients

scaled from 4 servings
  • 1 (4 lb) whole chicken, spatchcocked
  • 1 1/2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp aji panca paste
  • 1/2 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1 lime
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Method (tap to check — screen stays awake)

  1. Blend soy sauce, aji panca, cumin, paprika, garlic, lime juice, oregano, and olive oil into a marinade.
  2. Rub all over the spatchcocked chicken and marinate at least 1 hour, or overnight in the fridge for deeper flavor.
  3. Roast skin-side up at 425F for 40 to 45 minutes until the thickest part reaches 165F.
  4. Rest 10 minutes before carving.
  5. Serve with fries or salad and a green aji sauce.

Nutrition figures are estimates. Verify allergens on every ingredient label before cooking.

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