Keto Pollo a la Brasa
Elevate your dinner menu with this Keto Pollo a la Brasa, a flavorful low-carb twist on the renowned Peruvian roasted chicken. This recipe combines a perfectly marinated whole chicken with a bold blend of spices including cumin, paprika, oregano, and garlic, all brought to life with zesty lime and a hint of white vinegar. Rubbed under the skin and over the chicken, the aromatic paste ensures every bite bursts with succulent flavor and crispy-skinned goodness. Simple to prepare with just 20 minutes of prep, this dish roasts to golden perfection in 90 minutes, yielding tender meat that pairs beautifully with your favorite keto-friendly sides. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this irresistible recipe transforms a classic into a keto-friendly masterpiece.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pounds whole chicken
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 5 pieces garlic cloves
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 2 pieces lime
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 5 minced garlic cloves, 2 teaspoons of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of paprika, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper, and 1.5 teaspoons of salt.
Add 1 tablespoon of white vinegar and the juice from 2 limes to the spice mixture, stirring until blended into a paste.
Prepare the chicken by thoroughly patting it dry with paper towels.
Using your fingers, gently separate the skin from the chicken breast, creating a pocket.
Rub the spice paste generously under the skin and over the entire chicken, ensuring even distribution on all sides.
Place the chicken, breast side up, on a roasting rack in a large baking dish.
Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 90 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for about 10 minutes before carving.
Serve warm, paired with your favorite Keto-friendly sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
734 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.4 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.9 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 136 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 3706 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.3 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g | ||
| Protein | 37.9 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 160 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 785 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
