Copycat El Pollo Loco Chicken Warm Citrus Marinade Makes This Real and Satisfying

Name: Copycat El Pollo Loco Chicken Warm Citrus Marinade Makes This Real and Satisfying
Prep time: 8 h
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 8 h 30 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon white vinegar; 2 cloves garlic minced; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper; 1/4 jalapeno seeded and minced very finely; 1 cup pineapple juice; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 tablespoon canola oil spray; 8 chicken thighs bone in and skin on

Instructions

Prep:8hCook:30min

Enjoy this Copycat El Pollo Loco Chicken recipe featuring a bright citrus marinade perfect for easy dinner nights. It's a family-friendly weeknight dinner delivering juicy grilled chicken with smoky flavor and crispy skin.

Updated at: Fri, 01 May 2026 07:21:19 GMT