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Cuban Mojo Chicken Thighs

Cuban Mojo Chicken Thighs

Delicious Cuban Mojo Chicken Thighs marinated in a tangy and flavorful mojo sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine Cuban
Servings 4 thighs
Calories 403 kcal

Equipment

  • High-powered Blender
  • grill
  • non-stick skillet

Ingredients
  

Mojo Marinade

  • 6 cloves garlic peeled
  • 1 medium shallot roughly chopped
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest approx. 2 teaspoons grated lime zest
  • 1.5 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 0.5 cup orange juice
  • 0.33 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 0.33 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a high-powered blender, combine all the marinade ingredients and blend until smooth. Pour ⅓ cup of marinade into a small bowl and reserve it for the dipping sauce.
  • Add the chicken to the remaining marinade. Marinate in the fridge for at least an hour and up to a day.
  • Prepare a grill for medium high heat, and lightly oil the grill grates. Place the chicken on the grates. Let the chicken char for 30-60 seconds and then immediately decrease the heat to medium low. Grill the chicken for approximately 10-15 minutes, turning every 5-7 minutes.
  • Transfer the reserved sauce to a non-stick skillet and reduce over medium high heat for 3-5 minutes until thickened. Drizzle over the grilled chicken and serve.

Notes

Most Mojo Chicken recipes don't have a dipping sauce - but because this marinade is so freaking delish, make sure to reserve some and then reduce it down over medium high heat so you can drizzle it on top! This recipe is versatile and can be added to burrito bowls or rice bowls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 403kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 44gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 215mgSodium: 1755mgPotassium: 666mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 121IUVitamin C: 19mgCalcium: 47mgIron: 3mg
Keyword bbq chicken, Chicken Recipe, cooking, Cuban Mojo Chicken Thighs, Grilled Chicken, mojo marinade
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