Description
Peruvian Roast Chicken, known as Pollo a la Brasa, is a flavorful and juicy chicken dish marinated in spices and roasted to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4–5 lbs)
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon vinegar
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 lime, juiced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, olive oil, vinegar, garlic, cumin, paprika, black pepper, salt, oregano, and lime juice.
- Rub the marinade all over the chicken, including under the skin.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan.
- Roast the chicken for 1.5 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.
Notes
- Serve with green sauce or salsa verde.
- Pair with roasted potatoes or a fresh salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 chicken
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Peruvian Roast Chicken, Pollo a la Brasa, roasted chicken, Peruvian cuisine