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Cuban Mojo Chicken Thighs

Cuban Mojo Chicken Thighs: Tender, Zesty Bliss in Every Bite

Discover the vibrant and flavorful Cuban Mojo Chicken Thighs, a zesty dish that brings a taste of Cuba to your table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Cuban
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 0.5 cup fresh lime juice substitute with lemon juice if needed
  • 0.5 cup orange juice fresh is ideal, but bottled works too
  • 0.25 cup olive oil can be replaced with avocado oil
  • 4 cloves minced garlic garlic powder may be used as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin use fresh for best taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon salt essential for seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper adjust according to spice preference
  • to taste crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • for garnish fresh cilantro optional but recommended

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • Whisk
  • resealable plastic bag
  • Baking sheet
  • oven
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together fresh lime juice, orange juice, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if desired.
  2. Place chicken thighs in a resealable plastic bag, pour marinade over, seal tightly, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) about 20 minutes before cooking.
  4. Remove chicken from marinade, discarding leftover liquid, and place skin-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Roast chicken in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, until skin is golden and an instant-read thermometer reads 165°F (75°C).
  6. Let chicken rest on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before serving.
  7. Sprinkle fresh chopped cilantro over chicken before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, marinate for at least 1 hour, though 4 hours is recommended. Ensure chicken skin is dry before baking to maximize crispiness.

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