Pollo a la Brasa

Pollo à la Brasa (Peruvian Roasted Chicken) with Aji Verde

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Pollo a la Brasa (Peruvian Roasted Chicken) and Aji Verde

There’s something special about the aroma of roasted chicken filling the kitchen, the kind that makes you pause whatever you’re doing and take a deep breath. This Pollo a la Brasa brings that same magic to your home with a bold Peruvian twist. The chicken soaks up a dark beer and aji panca marinade that’s rich, smoky, and deeply flavorful. As it roasts, the skin turns beautifully golden and crisp while the inside stays tender and juicy.

And then there’s the Aji Verde. Creamy, herbaceous, and just a touch spicy, it’s the perfect sauce to drizzle, dip, or spoon over every bite. Together, they create a harmony of flavors that tastes like a weekend feast worth savoring.

Why You’re Going to Love This Recipe

  • Aromatic and flavorful. The marinade infuses every inch of the chicken with deep, savory notes of garlic, rosemary, and aji panca.
  • Crispy skin, juicy inside. The air fryer makes it easy to achieve that perfect texture without the fuss.
  • Restaurant-worthy sauce. The creamy Aji Verde balances spice, freshness, and richness in every spoonful.
  • Simple ingredients, big flavor. Most of the work happens in the marinade, letting the flavors do all the heavy lifting.

Ingredients

Pollo a la Brasa Marinade

  • Whole chicken
  • Dark beer
  • Garlic, grated
  • Vinegar
  • Soy sauce
  • Rosemary
  • Oregano
  • Aji panca
  • Black pepper
  • Salt
  • Cumin

Aji Verde (Creamy Green Sauce)

  • Mayonnaise
  • Green onions
  • Cilantro
  • Queso fresco
  • Olive oil
  • Serrano pepper, seeds removed
  • Garlic cloves
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

Pollo a la Brasa

Pollo a la Brasa Marinade

  • In a large glass container, combine all ingredients listed under “Pollo a la Brasa Marinade” except for the chicken.
  • Mix thoroughly to fully incorporate.
  • Coat the chicken evenly in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 24 hours.

Aji Verde (Creamy Green Sauce)

  • Add all ingredients listed under “Aji Verde” to a blender or food processor.
  • Blend until smooth and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Air Fryer Instructions

  • Remove the marinated chicken from the fridge 15 minutes before cooking.
  • Insert the glass container into the base of the Ninja Crispi Pro.
  • Set the air fryer to bake at 375°F for 50 to 60 minutes, flipping the chicken with 15 minutes left.
  • Cook until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  • Once cooked, serve immediately with the Aji Verde and enjoy.

Storage and Reheating

Store any leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm it in the air fryer at 350°F for about 5 to 7 minutes or until heated through. The Aji Verde can be refrigerated in a sealed jar for up to 4 days. Give it a quick stir before serving to bring it back to life.

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Pollo à la Brasa (Peruvian Roasted Chicken) and Aji Verde

Juicy, smoky, and full of Peruvian flair, this Pollo a la Brasa is the kind of roast chicken that stops you in your tracks. Bathed in a dark beer and aji panca marinade, every bite bursts with deep, savory spice and crisp golden skin. Paired with a creamy, fiery Aji Verde that’s as vibrant as it is addictive, this dish brings restaurant-level flavor right to your kitchen.
Author: kingcooks

Equipment

  • Ninja Crispi Pro

Ingredients

Pollo à la Brasa Marinade

  • 4-5 lbs whole chicken
  • 1 cups dark beer
  • 1 tbsp garlic grated
  • 1 tbsp vinegar
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rosemary
  • 1 tbsp oregano
  • 1 tbsp aji panca
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp cumin

Aji Verde (Creamy Green Sauce)

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup green onions
  • 1/2 cup cilantro
  • 1/4 cup queso fresco
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1-2 Serrano pepper seeds removed
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

Pollo à la Brasa Marinade

  • In the 6 quart glass container, combine all the ingredients listed under “Pollo à la Brasa Marinade” except for the chicken.
  • Mix thoroughly to fully incorporate.
  • Coat the chicken in the marinade. Cover and allow to marinate for 1 to 24 hours max in the refrigerator.

Aji Verde (Creamy Green Sauce)

  • To a blender or food processor, all ingredients listed under “Aji Verde (Creamy Green Sauce).” Blend until smooth and refrigerate until you’re ready to serve.

Assemble

  • Remove the marinated chicken from the fridge 15 minutes before cooking.

Air Fryer Instructions

  • Insert the glass container into the base of the Ninja Crispi Pro. Set the Ninja Crispi Pro to bake at 375F for 50-60 minutes flipping with 15 minutes left.
  • Cook until the chickens registers an internal temperature of 165F.
  • Once cooked serve immediately with the aji verde and enjoy!

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