We Tried Chipotle’s New Pollo Asado Here’s How It Went
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We Tried Chipotle’s New Pollo Asado: Yes, you read that correctly. Chipotle now sells pollo asado, a new protein choice. We hurried to our nearest Chipotle outlet as soon as we heard the news.
This is the first new chicken choice to be offered to Chiptole’s nationwide menu in the company’s 29-year existence. According to Restaurant Business, the original adobo chicken is Chipotle’s best-selling protein, so the chain’s executives thought a new spin on that iconic item would be a hit. If you ask us, chicken is usually a good bet.
We enjoy Chipotle and their latest interesting additions such as plant-based chorizo and smoked brisket.But how does the pollo asado compare to other Chipotle options?
Is it a viable alternative to the original chicken? Continue reading to learn more about the pollo asado and whether it warrants a permanent spot on the Chipotle menu.
What Are The Ingredients?
Taste Atlas claims pollo asado commonly uses citrus liquids and crushed cumin-seasoned chicken. Fresh tortillas and pico de gallo accompany this Mexican favorite.
dark chicken is marinated in garlic, lime, and guajillo peppers and grilled over a plancha.Guajillo peppers are mild but flavorful.
Guajillo peppers have a sweet, berry-like taste, according to Chili Pepper Madness.Mole sauces use these peppers. The “holy trinity” of Mexican chili peppers includes pasilla and ancho.
Like Chipotle chicken, pollo asado is created with responsibly grown chicken.Certified Humane claims the chicken was humanely grown and hormone-free.
How Much Does It Cost?
At our Chipotle, a dish of pollo asado in a burrito, burrito bowl, or salad cost $10.85. Prices may be different where you live. If you ordered the same lunch with steak or barbacoa instead, it would cost you $11.45.
If you want to save the most money at Chipotle, choose the sofritas, veggie, or regular chicken options, which add up to $9.80 per meal. Just remember that guacamole is always extra, but it’s always worth it in our view.
If you want to try the new Chipotle pollo asado, you should do so as soon as possible, especially if you want to have it delivered.
People says that between March 14 and March 20, Chipotle won’t charge a delivery fee for any orders of pollo asado that are made through its app or website. With a deal like that, you might as well try it!
How Long It Will Be Available And Where Can You Find It?
In some places in November 2021, Chipotle tried out pollo asado. Now that it’s finally available everywhere, a news release from Chipotle says that you should get to Chipotle as soon as possible.
The chicken on the grill is only offered for a short time. When we asked the people who work at Chipotle how long they thought pollo asado would be available, they said it might be for a month or two, but they weren’t sure.
As with other limited-time Chipotle products, such as the carne asada, these items occasionally return to the menu.However, as we witnessed with Chipotle’s smoked brisket, which was permanently removed from the menu, how long an item remains on the menu is not determined by how popular it is.
To make a long story short, if you want to try Chipotle’s new pollo asado, you should try it right away.
How Does It Compare To Other Chipotle Items
The combination of these flavors makes the conventional Chipotle chicken slightly spicier than the new pollo asado option. Except for the spice blend and the amount of the chicken, these options are very identical.
If you don’t like chicken, you can get your protein from any of the other protein options at Chipotle, such as steak, barbacoa, carnitas, sofritas, the new plant-based chorizo, or you may skip the meat entirely and get your protein from the beans (either black or pinto).
The Nutrition Stats
A serving of pollo asado contains 210 calories, 12 grams of fat, 22 grams of protein, and 3 grams of carbohydrates, according to the Chipotle website. To get the full nutrition facts of your entire meal, remember to include the other components you’re adding to your burrito, such as rice, beans, salsa, sour cream, and guacamole. Everything adds up!
The 22 grams of protein in one serving of pollo asado is quite impressive. Protein is essential for achieving satiety or fullness, according to Healthline.
The fat content is more than expected, however this might be attributed to the fact that Chipotle exclusively utilizes dark meat chicken. Nonetheless, with so much protein in your bowl, you can be confident that this dish will keep you going until your next meal.
We don’t feel bad about indulging in this pollo asado Chipotle bowl with nutrition numbers like these.
How Does It Taste?
You’ve been waiting for this part: the taste test. We really liked the grilled chicken. It’s all dark meat, like the other chicken Chipotle sells, so it’s wet, which is important for chicken.
Dry chicken breast is something no one wants to eat. The spice mix for pollo asado is strong and full of flavor without being too spicy. We love the smoky taste of the grill mixed with the tangy lime and spicy peppers. We suggest mixing it with pico de gallo and sour cream for the best taste combination.
So what do we learn in the end? We think you’ll like this new way to get protein as much as we do. We don’t know how long this will be on the menu, so you should head to Chipotle as soon as you can to try it.
FAQs
Chipotle’s new Pollo Asado is a new menu item that features tender grilled chicken marinated in a blend of spices, including ancho chili and citrus juices.
The Pollo Asado has a delicious, slightly smoky flavor from the grill and the blend of spices used in the marinade. The chicken is also very tender and juicy.
The Pollo Asado does have a bit of spice to it, but it’s not overwhelmingly hot. The ancho chili used in the marinade adds a subtle kick.
You can order the Pollo Asado as a bowl, burrito, salad, or tacos.
Compared to some of the other menu items at Chipotle, the Pollo Asado can be a healthier choice. It’s high in protein and lower in calories than some of the more carb-heavy options.
If you’re a fan of Chipotle’s other menu items and enjoy grilled chicken, then the Pollo Asado is definitely worth trying. It’s a tasty new addition to their menu.
You can find the Pollo Asado at any Chipotle location, as it’s a permanent addition to their menu.
No, the Pollo Asado is a permanent addition to Chipotle’s menu.
Yes, the Pollo Asado can be ordered for catering, either as a standalone item or as part of a larger catering package. Contact your local Chipotle for more information.
Like other menu items at Chipotle, the Pollo Asado is made to order, so preparation time will vary depending on how busy the location is.
Yes, the Pollo Asado is gluten-free. However, be sure to inform the staff of any food allergies or dietary restrictions when ordering.