Carnes

Barbecue chicken

Barbecue chicken
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Ingredient Information

Name

Barbecue chicken

Category

Carnes

Popularity

13 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Barbecue chicken is a culinary preparation consisting of chicken pieces that are marinated or seasoned and cooked on a grill or over charcoal, which gives it a smoky, juicy, and slightly sweet flavor. This dish is very popular in many cultures, especially in American and Latin American cuisines, where barbecue is a traditional technique for enhancing the flavor of meats.

The origin of barbecue chicken dates back to indigenous techniques from the Caribbean and South America, where meats were roasted over wood or charcoal grills, combining local herbs and spices to enhance their flavor. Today, there are multiple regional variations that use different marinades and sauces, which can include ingredients such as tomato, vinegar, brown sugar, spices, and chilies.

From a nutritional standpoint, barbecue chicken is an excellent source of lean protein, B-complex vitamins, and minerals such as zinc and phosphorus. Its preparation on the grill allows for a reduction in the use of additional fats, although it is important to control the heat to avoid the formation of harmful compounds.

In different Spanish-speaking countries, barbecue chicken may have various names or synonyms. For example, in Mexico and Central America, it is simply known as pollo asado a la barbacoa or pollo BBQ. In some regions of South America, the word "barbacoa" may refer to both the cooking method and the sauces used to season the chicken, although it is also commonly called pollo a la parrilla or pollo al carbón.

This ingredient is ideal for a wide variety of recipes that seek an intense and characteristic flavor, from tacos and sandwiches to salads and main dishes accompanied by traditional sides.

Nutritional Properties

0g
fiber
500mg
sodium
15mg
calcium
6mcg
folate
1.1mg
iron
256mg
potassium
165
calories
2g
sugars
27g
proteins
1mg
vitamin c
0.5mg
vitamin b6
0.3mcg
vitamin b12
6g
total fats
1.7g
saturated fats
3g
carbohydrates

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