Friday, May 8, 2009

El Pollo Loco Chicken by Jeanie the Great

EL POLLO LOCO GRILLED CHICKEN Serves: 8



1/4 c corn oil

1/4 t ground cumin


1/4 c melted butter

1 t dried oregano


1/4 c onion, minced

4 T fresh lemon juice

2 T garlic, finely minced
4 T fresh orange juice

2-3 drops yellos food coloring
1 chicken, 2 1/2 - 3 lbs

Combine oil, butter, onion, garlic, food coloring, cumin, juices in a large shallow pan. Add
chicken, turning to coat well. Cover and marinate several hours or overnight. Remove chicken
from marinade, cook over medium coals on bbq or in a broiler 4 in under source of heat, until
browned on both sides and meat is done, turning and basting frequently, about 25 min.
Serve with beans, rice, corn or flour tortillas, and fresh salsa.


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