Description
Cuban Mojo Chicken Thighs offer a vibrant taste of the Caribbean with a zesty citrus and garlic marinade. This recipe delivers tender, juicy, and flavorful chicken thighs perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine orange juice, lime juice, minced garlic, cilantro, olive oil, cumin, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag or dish. Pour marinade over chicken, ensuring it’s well coated. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off. Place skin-side up in a baking dish or on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until chicken is golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- For crispy skin, broil for an additional 3-5 minutes, watching closely.
- Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with extra cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- For best flavor, use fresh citrus juices.
- Marinating overnight enhances flavor significantly.
- Adjust seasonings to your preference; consider adding smoked paprika.
- Grill instead of baking for a smoky flavor.
- Add pineapple chunks to the marinade for a sweet and tangy twist.
- Boil leftover marinade for several minutes to kill bacteria before using as a sauce.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cuban
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: N/A