Mojo Marinated Chicken Recipe

Name: Mojo Marinated Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup fresh orange juice; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon garlic, minced; 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 4 chicken breast halves

Servings: persons

1
To make marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk the marinade ingredients.
2
Place the chicken in a large, plastic resealable bag and pour in the marinade, place in a bowl, and refrigerate for 6-8 hours, turning occasionally.
3
Remove the chicken from the bag and reserve the marinade. Pour the marinade into a small saucepan, brign to a boil over high heat, and boil for a minute.
4
Grill, bone side down, over Indirect Medium heat until the juices run clear and the meat is no longer pink at the bone, 30-40 minutes. Baste once or twice with the boiled marinade. For crispier skin, grill the chicken, skin side down, over Direct Medium heat during the last 5 minutes of grilling time. Brush with a little of the marinade just before serving.

223

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup fresh orange juice, 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Mojo Marinated Chicken 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 Marinated Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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