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Juicy grilled chicken thighs with lemon wedges on a light blue plate.

Mojo Chicken

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine cuban
Servings 6 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cloves garlic peeled
  • 1 medium shallot roughly chopped
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons grated orange zest
  • 2 teaspoons grated lime zest
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Instructions
 

  • In a blender, combine garlic, shallot, salt, orange zest, lime zest, cumin, oregano, black pepper, orange juice, lime juice, and olive oil. Blend until smooth to create the mojo marinade.
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  • Place chicken thighs in a large resealable bag or bowl. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are well-coated. Seal or cover and refrigerate to marinate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
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  • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates. Remove chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off.
  • Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 44gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 592mgFiber: 1g
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