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Cuban Mojo Chicken

Cuban Mojo Chicken: Juicy Flavor in Every Bite!

Cuban Mojo Chicken is a flavorful dish featuring a citrusy marinade that ensures juicy chicken with every bite.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cuban
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 5 to 6-pound Roasting Chicken Choose for even roasting
  • to taste Salt Season generously
  • to taste Ground Black Pepper Season generously
For the Marinade
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest Fresh zest enhances flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest Complements orange
  • 1 cup Fresh Orange Juice Opt for freshly squeezed
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Lime Juice Freshly squeezed recommended
  • 1/2 cup Butter (melted) or Olive Oil For browning, butter adds rich flavor
  • 4 cloves Garlic (chopped finely) Essential flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Oregano Delightful herbal notes
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Introduces warm tones
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro (chopped lightly packed) Adds fresh note, optional
For Garnish (optional)
  • 2 slices Orange For garnish
  • 2 slices Lime For garnish

Equipment

  • Roasting pan
  • meat thermometer
  • Medium bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chicken: Remove giblets from the chicken, rinse under cold water, and pat dry. Season the inside and outside with salt and pepper.
  2. Make the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together orange zest, lime zest, orange juice, lime juice, melted butter, garlic, oregano, and cumin until well combined.
  3. Marinate the Chicken: Pour the marinade over the chicken, coating it generously. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  4. Bring Chicken to Room Temperature: About 30 minutes before cooking, remove the chicken from the fridge to let it come to room temperature. Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C).
  5. Prepare for Roasting: Transfer the marinated chicken to a roasting pan, discard the excess marinade. Tie the legs together and tuck the wings beneath the body.
  6. Roast the Chicken: Place the chicken in the preheated oven and roast for approximately 1 hour. Check doneness with a meat thermometer.
  7. Let it Rest: Once the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C), remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before garnishing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate overnight for deeper flavors and ensure even cooking by resting chicken before roasting.

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