Mediterranean Diet Pollo a la Brasa
Elevate your dinner table with the Mediterranean Diet Pollo a la Brasa, a vibrant twist on the classic Peruvian-style roast chicken. This recipe combines heart-healthy staples like olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and garlic with bold spices including smoked paprika, cumin, and oregano for an irresistible flavor medley. Infused with the fragrance of rosemary and garnished with fresh parsley, this oven-roasted masterpiece boasts juicy meat and perfectly crisp skin. Simple to prepare yet sophisticated in taste, it’s a crowd-pleasing dish packed with Mediterranean flair. Serve it alongside your favorite wholesome sides, like roasted vegetables or a zesty Greek salad, for a nourishing and unforgettable meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 pounds whole chicken
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 2 fresh rosemary sprigs
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, dried oregano, ground cumin, black pepper, and salt to form a marinade.
Rinse the chicken under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Place it on a roasting rack in a baking dish.
Using your fingers, gently separate the skin from the chicken breast to create a pocket, without removing the skin entirely.
Pour the marinade over the chicken and use your hands to rub it all over the skin, under the skin, and inside the cavity.
Stuff the cavity of the chicken with lemon slices and rosemary sprigs.
Tuck the wings under the body and tie the legs together with kitchen twine to ensure even cooking.
Place the chicken in the preheated oven and roast for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the juices run clear when pierced.
During the last 15 minutes of cooking, baste the chicken with any juices in the roasting pan for added flavor and moisture.
Once done, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for at least 10 minutes before carving.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with your favorite Mediterranean side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
704 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.6 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.4 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 119 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 2509 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 34.2 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 155 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 860 mg | 18% | |
*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.
