Achiote Chicken With Queso Fresco Recipe

Name: Achiote Chicken With Queso Fresco
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 boneless skinless chicken breasts or 12 chicken thighs; 4 tablespoons achiote paste; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon pepper; 1 teaspoon cumin; 8 ounces orange juice; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 onion, sliced; 24 ounces queso fresco; 12 sprigs fresh cilantro

Servings: persons

12 boneless skinless chicken breasts or 12 chicken thighs
4 tablespoons achiote paste
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon cumin
8 ounces orange juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 onion, sliced
24 ounces queso fresco
12 sprigs fresh cilantro

1
Mix together all spices, Achiote Paste and Orange Juice.
2
Pour Marinade over Chicken and Marinate Overnight.
3
Remove Chicken from Marinade (Reserve Marinade).
4
Place Chicken on an sheet pan or roasting pan.
5
Top Each Chicken breast with 2 slices of onion.
6
Bake Chicken until done and onion is caramelized.
7
Bring Marinade to boil, reduce to simmer and allow to reduce to coat back of spoon.
8
Pan Chicken, Top with dash of marinade on each piece and top with Queso Fresco.
9
Serve, topped with cilantro.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 boneless skinless chicken breasts or 12 chicken thighs, 4 tablespoons achiote paste, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon pepper, and more.

Yes, Achiote Chicken With Queso Fresco falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Achiote Chicken With Queso Fresco

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