Smoked Mojo Leg Quarters Recipe

Name: Smoked Mojo Leg Quarters
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup olive oil; 1 tablespoon loosely packed orange zest; 1 tablespoon loosely packed lime zest; 1/3 cup fresh orange juice; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice; 1 bunch fresh cilantro, stems removed; 6 large garlic cloves; 2 red jalapeno peppers (seeded, if desired); 1/4 cup fresh oregano leaves; 1 1/4 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 6 chicken leg quarters (about 5 1/2 lb.); 6 cups applewood chips

Servings: persons

1/3 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon loosely packed orange zest
1 tablespoon loosely packed lime zest
1/3 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 bunch fresh cilantro, stems removed
6 large garlic cloves
2 red jalapeno peppers (seeded, if desired)
1/4 cup fresh oregano leaves
1 1/4 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
6 chicken leg quarters (about 5 1/2 lb.)
6 cups applewood chips

1
Pulse first 12 ingredients in a food processor 20 seconds or until finely chopped. Reserve and chill 1/2 cup of mixture for later use. Place chicken in a large bowl; add remaining mixture, and toss gently to coat. Cover and chill 4 to 8 hours.
2
Place 3 cups dry applewood chips in center of 1 (18-inch) square piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil; repeat with remaining chips and another piece of foil. Wrap to form 2 envelopes. Pierce several holes in each packet.
3
Light 1 side of grill, heating to 350u00b0 to 400u00b0 (medium-high) heat; leave other side unlit. Place 1 applewood smoke packet, with holes facing up, on lit side.
4
Pat excess moisture from chicken with paper towels, leaving marinade on skin. Sprinkle chicken with desired amount of salt and pepper. Carefully move smoke packet to unlit side of grill. Place chicken over lit side, and grill, without grill lid, 4 to 6 minutes on each side or just until grill marks appear. Transfer chicken, skin side up, back to unlit side of grill; carefully move smoke packet back to lit side for the remainder of cooking. Grill, covered with grill lid and turning pieces occasionally, 1 hour and 30 minutes or until skin is golden brown and meat thermometer inserted into thickest portion registers 165u00b0, replacing smoke packet halfway through. Let stand 10 minutes; serve with reserved sauce.

919

kcal

Calories

Fat

120

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup olive oil, 1 tablespoon loosely packed orange zest, 1 tablespoon loosely packed lime zest, 1/3 cup fresh orange juice, and more.

Yes, Smoked Mojo Leg Quarters 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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Smoked Mojo Leg Quarters

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