Delicioso Adobo Grilled Chicken

Recipe courtesy Ingrid Hoffmann, 2008

Show: Simply Delicioso with Ingrid HoffmannEpisode: Backyard Pool Party

Rated: 5 stars out of 5Rate itRead users' reviews (7)

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Cook Time:
20 min
Level:
Easy
Yield:
about 1/2 cup adobo, 6 servings

Times:

Prep: 5 min
Inactive Prep: --
Cook: 20 min
Total:: 25 min

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Ingredients

Adobo:

1 tablespoon lemon pepper
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder or flakes
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 tablespoon achiote powder
1/2 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon salt
6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
Nonstick cooking spray or oil

Directions

Combine all of the ingredients in a small glass jar with an airtight lid and shake to blend. Store in a cool, dry place for up to 2 weeks.

Season chicken with the adobo seasoning. Heat a grill pan to medium heat and spray with nonstick cooking spray or drizzle with oil. Place the chicken on the grill pan and cook for 3 to 5 minutes on each side depending on the size of the breasts.

When chicken is cooked through, slice 2chicken breasts for the fishy-dillas and reserve the remaining 4 for the chicken salad.

Note: This recipe for adobo is a staple seasoning for many of my Latin recipes. You can make a large batch, store it in an airtight container and use it as a flavor enhancer in your favorite dishes.

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recipe Delicioso Adobo Grilled Chicken
Mayra la jolla, CA 08-12-2009
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Flavorful!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I made this today without achiote powder because I couldn't find it at the store. And I can't imagine how much better it... would be with it because it was extremely flavorful without it! The smells alone are worth making the adobo spices! Definetely adding this to my recipe box and so will you!Read more
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Carla Dumont, NJ 08-11-2009
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SUPER FLAVORFUL
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I made this chicken and my gosh, it was like my big introduction into the "I can cook" world. Everyone had everything good... to say about this chicken. FYI -- I didn't even include the achiote powder or ground cumin. Came out absolutely perfect. I'll be using the same exact recipe for my next party.Read more
recipe Delicioso Adobo Grilled Chicken
Tiffany Goose Creek, SC 06-25-2009
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Muy Bueno! (Pay no mind to the Nebraska girl.)
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This dish has plenty of spice and kick to it. It's not spicy hot , but it is literally spice-y. It pairs nicely with garlic... mashed potatoes and corn. (We didn't make quesidillas.) My dad who is not a fan of chicken entrees was super impressed and my picky brother went back for seconds. I couldn't get over how delicious it was myself. This was a fabulous dinner... but if you don't know how to prepare the chicken correctly, it will not turn out tasty. Marinating it is key, but you don't have to do it for 24 hours. Searing and Covering is also very important. 1. Put each chicken breast in a shallow bowl with about 1/3 cup of pineapple juice (or lemon if you prefer). 2. Flip each breast frequently (Once every 2 minutes) for 20 minutes... 10 if you're short on time. 3. Drain the pineapple juice from the bowl(s). Hold back the chicken with tongs. 4. While the chicken is still in the bowl(s), season each side of the breast with the adobo spice mix. 5. Have a hot pan ready with olive oil and SEAR each side of chicken for one minute on high heat. Place back into bowl... or onto a new plate. 6. Turn down the heat to medium-low to medium. 7. Place the chicken back into the pan, and cook for 3-5 minutes per side. COVER the pan to keep the moisture in which ensures that the chicken will be nice and juicy. Now, instead of using bowls, you can use a big ziploc bag and marinate the chicken with enough pineapple juice. I ran out of bags, so I used shallow soup bowls.Read more
recipe Delicioso Adobo Grilled Chicken
Very omaha, NE 05-24-2009
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Boring
Rated: 2 stars out of 5

It may be better if you marinate the breasts for about 24 hours, then grill them outside on the grill. The flavor is too mild... and there is no kick to it. Read more
recipe Delicioso Adobo Grilled Chicken
Betty Mason, OH 11-18-2008
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great!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

perfect chicken!
recipe Delicioso Adobo Grilled Chicken
Susan Helotes, TX 08-23-2008
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Great Spicey Chicken
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This spice seasoning is fabulous! Everyone in my family loved this chicken--even my teens. The flavor is spicy but... refreshing (I guess the lemon pepper). I just grilled the chicken and served it with grilled veggies instead of cutting it up for quesadillas, but it would be good that way too.Read more