Description
Cuban Mojo Grilled Chicken is a juicy and flavorful dish marinated in a citrus-garlic mojo sauce with herbs and spices, then grilled to smoky perfection. A vibrant Cuban-inspired recipe, it’s perfect for family dinners or summer cookouts.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken thighs or breasts
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp oregano (dried or 1 tbsp fresh)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Extra cilantro and lime wedges, for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together orange juice, lime juice, garlic, olive oil, cilantro, oregano, cumin, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Place chicken in a resealable bag or dish and pour marinade over it. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best flavor.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off.
- Grill chicken for 6–8 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
Marinate overnight for maximum flavor and tenderness.Bake at 400°F for 25–30 minutes if you prefer oven-baked chicken.Reserve some marinade (before adding raw chicken) to use as a fresh sauce.Can also be cooked in a grill pan or cast iron skillet indoors.perfectly with rice, beans, and plantains.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
