Grilled Achiote Chicken
This mouthwatering Grilled Achiote Chicken is a tasty way to enjoy the warm summer months. It’s a juicy and satisfying dinner option that’s bursting with flavor.
Prep Time4 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
Cook Time20 minutes mins
Total Time4 hours hrs 35 minutes mins
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 302kcal
Add all the marinade ingredients in a blender.
Remove ½ cup of the marinade and place in the fridge until ready to use.
Rinse and pat dry the chicken.
Pour the remaining marinade all over the chicken.
Turn the chicken to cover on all sides.
Cover with plastic wrap or seal the bag.
Marinate in the fridge for a minimum of 4 hours.
Overnight is best.
Preheat the grill to 400-450 degrees F.
Place the thighs on the grill. Cook for 6-7 minutes.
Baste with the reserved marinade.
Flip and cook for another 6-7 minutes.
Baste again with the marinade.
Cook until the internal temperature on the thickest part of the thigh reads 165 degrees F.
How Long to Bake Chicken Thighs
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Bake for 40 minutes, or until the cooking thermometer reads 165 degrees in the thickest part of the chicken. Place under the broiler for 2-3 minutes to get the skin crispy.
Calories: 302kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 111mg | Sodium: 3579mg | Potassium: 318mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 135IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1mg