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Golden brown Peruvian roasted chicken on a roasting rack with crispy skin and fresh herbs

Peruvian Roasted Chicken (Pollo a la Brasa)

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 13 hours 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 480 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole chicken (3.5 to 4 pounds)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic , minced
  • 2 tablespoons aji panca paste
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons paprik a
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, lime juice, vegetable oil, garlic, aji panca paste, salt, cumin, paprika, oregano, and black pepper to create the marinade paste.
  • Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and remove any excess fat or giblets.
  • Carefully loosen the skin over the breast and thighs using your fingers. Rub a generous portion of the marinade under the skin, then apply the remaining marinade over the entire exterior of the bird and inside the cavity.
  • Place the chicken in a sealed container or resealable bag and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, though 12 to 24 hours is recommended for maximum flavor penetration.
  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Place the chicken on a roasting rack set inside a roasting pan, breast side up.
  • Roast for 70 to 80 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the thickest part of the thigh reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is deeply browned.
  • Remove the chicken from the oven and tent loosely with foil. Allow the bird to rest for 15 minutes before carving to ensure juices redistribute.