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Ultimate Peruvian Grilled Chicken: An Amazing Recipe You Must Try


  • Author: Chef Ethan Sam
  • Total Time: 33 minute

Ingredients

– 1 whole chicken (about 3-4 pounds)
– 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 teaspoons cumin
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 tablespoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
– 1/4 cup white vinegar
– 1/4 cup lime juice
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– Fresh cilantro for garnish


Instructions

Follow these steps to create the Ultimate Peruvian Grilled Chicken that will leave your family and friends craving more:

1. Prepare the Chicken: Rinse the chicken under cool water and pat it dry with paper towels.
2. Make the Marinade: In a bowl, combine the vegetable oil, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, oregano, black pepper, salt, cayenne pepper, white vinegar, lime juice, and soy sauce. Mix well until all ingredients are blended.
3. Marinate the Chicken: Rub the marinade all over the chicken, ensuring that it gets into every crevice. You can either place it in a resealable bag or a covered dish. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight in the refrigerator.
4. Preheat the Grill: Prepare your grill for medium-high heat. If using charcoal, wait until the coals are covered in ash. For gas grills, allow it to heat up for about 10 minutes.
5. Grill the Chicken: Place the marinated chicken on the grill, breast side down. Grill for 20-25 minutes. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness; it should read 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the thigh.
6. Flip the Chicken: Carefully flip the chicken onto its back and grill for another 15-20 minutes until the skin is crispy and the internal temperature is reached.
7. Rest the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for at least 10 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat.
8. Serve: Cut the chicken into pieces and let it rest for a moment before serving.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35-45 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6-8 servings
  • Calories: 325 kcal
  • Fat: 20g
  • Protein: 28g