Pollo asado estilo Yucateco, receta familiar, paso a paso, Recado rojo + encurtido + chile habanero

achiote paste

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: red chili powder

Smoked paprika provides a similar flavor profile with less cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is less expensive while still suitable for roasting.

Prepare the marinade by combining orange juice, lime juice, garlic, achiote paste, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.

Blend the marinade until smooth and well combined.

Rub the marinade all over the chicken, ensuring it gets under the skin for maximum flavor.

Cover the chicken and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Place the marinated chicken in a roasting pan, breast side up.

Add bay leaves, chopped onion, and bell pepper around the chicken in the pan.

Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and vegetables.

Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

Baste the chicken with the pan juices every 20 minutes for added moisture.

Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.

Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with jalapeño on the side.

Cooking Techniques

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