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Puerto Rican Chicken Recipe

Experience the authentic flavors of Puerto Rico with this incredible BBQ chicken recipe! Unlike anything you've tasted, this recipe marinates the chicken overnight to create unbelievably tender and juicy meat with a smoky, sweet, and savory BBQ profile. Get ready for an explosion of flavor that will transport you straight to a vibrant Puerto Rican street food stand.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 110 mins
Calories 487.6 kcal
Protein 84g
Rating 4.7 (11 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Puerto Rican Chicken

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How to Make Puerto Rican Chicken

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Place the whole chicken (approximately 3-4 lbs) in a large baking dish.
  3. Using a sharp knife, pierce the chicken skin all over on both sides about 50 times. This helps the marinade penetrate deeply.
  4. Generously sprinkle 2 tablespoons of adobo seasoning over both sides of the chicken.
  5. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of Season-All seasoning over both sides of the chicken.
  6. Gently rub the seasonings into the chicken skin. Place the chicken skin-side up in the baking dish and sprinkle an additional tablespoon of adobo over the top.
  7. Cover the baking dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight (or for at least 4 hours).
  8. Once the chicken has marinated, cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
  9. Bake covered for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  10. Uncover the chicken and continue baking for 15-20 minutes, or until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
  11. (Optional) For an extra touch of sweetness and glaze, whisk together 2 tablespoons of honey with 1 tablespoon of your favorite BBQ sauce. Brush this mixture over the chicken during the last 15 minutes of cooking.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

48g

Carbs

0g

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Weeknight Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Puerto Rican North American For 1 Or 2 5 Ingredients Or Less Very Low Carbs Main Dish Poultry Caribbean Oven Easy Central American Chicken Dietary Low Sodium High Protein Low Carb High In Something Low In Something Meat Equipment Number Of Servings 4 Hours Or Less