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Sol Food’s Pollo al Horno

Sol Food’s Pollo al Horno (Baked Chicken Thighs)

Sol Food’s Pollo al Horno (Baked Chicken Thighs) recipe: This oregano- and garlic-spiked chicken is one of the most popular dishes at Sol Food in Marin.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 6 peoples
Calories 345 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade:

  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For the Chicken:

  • 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
  • 4 bone-in skin-on chicken drumsticks

For the Rice:

  • 2 cups long-grain rice
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt

For the Beans:

  • 1 can of black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup water

For the Plantains:

  • 2 ripe plantains
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all the ingredients for the marinade until well combined. Reserve 1/2 cup of the marinade for later use. Place the chicken in a large resealable bag and pour in the marinade, making sure the chicken is evenly coated. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for the best results.
  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Take the chicken out of the refrigerator and discard the marinade. Place the chicken in a baking dish and bake for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, brush the reserved marinade over the chicken and continue baking for another 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is crispy.
  • In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil over high heat. Add the rice, vegetable oil, and salt, and stir well. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and cook for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Remove from the heat and let it sit covered for 5-10 minutes.
  • In a medium saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds or until fragrant. Add the black beans, cumin, salt, black pepper, and water, and stir well. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the beans are heated through and the liquid has thickened slightly.
  • Peel the plantains and slice them diagonally into 1-inch thick pieces. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the plantains and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove the plantains from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil. Sprinkle with salt to taste.
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