Mojo Chicken Encheladas Recipe

Name: Mojo Chicken Encheladas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Chicken Thighs (8-10,bone in); Mojo Marinade (20 oz); Lime Juice (4 oz); Orange Juice (4 oz); Cidar Vinegar (1 oz); Diced Red Onion; Diced Tomatoes(14.5 oz can); Black Beans (12 oz can); Jalepenos (to taste); Mexican Cheese Blend (8 oz); Sour Cream (to taste); Tortillas (four or corn)

Servings: persons

Chicken Thighs (8-10,bone in)
Mojo Marinade (20 oz)
Lime Juice (4 oz)
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Cidar Vinegar (1 oz)
Diced Red Onion
Diced Tomatoes(14.5 oz can)
Black Beans (12 oz can)
Jalepenos (to taste)
Mexican Cheese Blend (8 oz)
Sour Cream (to taste)
Tortillas (four or corn)

1
Combine chicken thighs, mojo marinade, lime, orange juice and vinegar in a crock pot. Cook on medium/low heat for 8 hours. Remove from heat, debone the chicken and set aside to cool. Reserve mojo marinade in a large measuring cup (you can skim off the excess oil/fat using a gravey seperator).
2
In a saucepan, brown onions, then add tomatoes and blck beans, reduce on high for 3-5 mins. Add chicken and allow mixture to cool for 10 minutes.
3
Warm tortillas in microwave for 10 seconds. Ladle some mojo sauce into the bottom of a 9/13' baking dish. Spoon chicken mixure into tortillas and folding them seam side down into the baking dish. When the dish is full, ladle more mojo marinade over the top, cover with cheese and jalepenos. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes uncovered. Garnish with sour cream and enjoy!
4
PS: this goes great with yellow rice.

No nutrition data on file — estimate from the ingredient list.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Chicken Thighs (8-10,bone in), Mojo Marinade (20 oz), Lime Juice (4 oz), Orange Juice (4 oz), and more.

Yes, Mojo Chicken Encheladas falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Mojo Chicken Encheladas

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Variations & substitutions

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