Pollo marinado con salsa BBQ y jugo de limón

BBQ sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade BBQ sauce

💰Cheaper: ketchup + vinegar + spices

Homemade BBQ sauce can be lower in sugar and preservatives.

chicken pieces

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Skinless chicken reduces fat content, while thighs are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell peppers are milder and more affordable.

Preheat grill or oven to medium-high heat.

Marinate chicken pieces in BBQ sauce, lime juice, garlic, and spices for at least 30 minutes.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Sauté chopped onion and jalapeño until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add marinated chicken pieces to the skillet, browning on all sides for 5-7 minutes.

Transfer chicken to the grill or oven.

Cook chicken until internal temperature reaches 165°F, about 20-25 minutes.

Baste with additional BBQ sauce during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

Remove chicken from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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