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Pollo Tropical Chicken Recipe (Easy Copycat)

Pollo Tropical Chicken Recipe

This Pollo Tropical chicken recipe is an easy copycat of the restaurant's classic. It's perfect for a quick, easy weeknight meal and can be made with chicken breasts or thighs. The chicken is mixed with lime juice, garlic, cumin, and oregano, then grilled or baked until cooked through.
4 from 2 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marination Time: 2 hours
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 Servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds Chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1/2 cup Lime juice
  • 1 tbsp Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Whisk together lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  • Place chicken in a large resealable bag or container, and pour in the marinade.
  • Marinate for at least 2 hours, up to overnight.
  • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  • Grill chicken for 5-7 minutes per side or until cooked through.
  • Alternately, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and bake the chicken for 20-25 minutes.
  • Serve with rice and beans.
  • Enjoy!
Keyword Pollo Tropical Chicken Copycat Recipe