Description
This Homemade Pollo Loco recipe features boneless, skinless chicken breasts marinated in a flavorful combination of orange juice, soy sauce, garlic, and spices. Grilled to perfection, it’s a simple, delicious dish perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup oil (vegetable or olive oil)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together orange juice, soy sauce, oil, garlic, cumin, oregano, black pepper, salt, chili powder, and paprika.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag and pour marinade over them. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess marinade.
- Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- Let chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try marinating the chicken overnight.
- If you don’t have a grill, you can cook the chicken in a skillet or under the broiler.
- Prep Time: 4 servings
- Cook Time: 2 hours 25 minutes