Cuban Mojo Chicken
Cuban Mojo Chicken is a citrus-marinated grilled chicken dish made with garlic, lime juice, orange juice, and spices.The chicken is marinated for deep flavor and grilled until juicy and slightly charred.Serve with rice, beans, or vegetables for a vibrant Cuban-inspired meal.
Ingredients
- 6 cloves garlic peeled
- 1 medium shallot roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- Zest of 1 lime about 2 teaspoons
- 1½ teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ cup orange juice
- ⅓ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
Instructions
- In a high-powered blender, combine garlic, shallot, salt, lime zest, cumin, oregano, black pepper, orange juice, lime juice, and olive oil. Blend until the marinade is completely smooth.
- Pour ⅓ cup of the marinade into a small bowl and reserve it for the dipping sauce later.
- Place the chicken thighs in a large bowl or zip-top bag and pour the remaining marinade over the chicken. Coat well.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 24 hours for deeper flavor.
- Preheat a grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grill grates.
- Place the chicken on the grill and allow it to char for 30–60 seconds. Reduce heat to medium-low.
- Grill the Cuban Mojo Chicken for 10–15 minutes, turning every 5–7 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- While the chicken cooks, pour the reserved marinade into a small non-stick skillet and simmer over medium-high heat for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Drizzle the reduced mojo sauce over the grilled chicken and serve warm.
Notes
This Cuban Mojo Chicken pairs beautifully with rice, grilled vegetables, or Cuban-style black beans. You can also shred the grilled chicken and use it in tacos, sandwiches, or rice bowls.