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Cuban Mojo Chicken
A Cuban roast chicken that soaks in orange, lime, and garlic marinade before baking into a juicy, citrusy, deeply aromatic main.
Medium⏱️ 4 hr 13 min📖 1 min readServes 5~380 kcal🇨🇺 Cuban🌍 Full translation
35 min prep 45 min cook 173 min rest
- #High Protein
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Timeline
Total 4 h 13 min- Prep35 min
- Resting/Marinating2 h 53 min
- Cooking45 min
Ingredients
5 servings
Quick:
For the marinade
- 180 ml Orange Juice
- 60 ml Lime Juice
- 6 diş Garlic
- 1 kg Chicken Leg
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Instructions
- 1
Let the chicken sit in the mojo marinade for 2 hours.
- 2
Bake the chicken in the oven at 190°C for 45 minutes.
2 hr120:00 - 3
Pour oven water over it and serve.
- 4
Tavuğu 190°C fırında 45 dakika pişirin.
45 min45:00 - 5
Fırın suyunu üstüne gezdirip 8 dakika dinlendirin.
8 min08:00 - 6
Tavuğu dilimleyip pirinç ve siyah fasulyeyle servis edin.
💡 Tip: Use skin-on chicken; It does not dry out in the oven despite the citrus acid.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with black bean rice and lime wedges.
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Nutrition (per serving)
~380
kcal calories
34
g protein
10
g carbs
22
g fat
Protein 36%Carbs 11%Fat 53%
GI 25 · Low GIGL 3 · Low GL
3.3g
Sugar
0.2g
Fiber
173.2mg
Sodium
2.1g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Satiety (per serving)
8/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
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FAQ
How many servings does Cuban Mojo Chicken make?
This recipe serves 5.How long does Cuban Mojo Chicken take?
Prep 35 minutes, cooking 45 minutes, including 173 minutes of passive resting; 253 minutes in total.Is Cuban Mojo Chicken difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Cuban Mojo Chicken have?
Approximately 380 kcal per serving. Protein: 34g, carbs: 10g, fat: 22g.Is Cuban Mojo Chicken allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.Which cuisine does Cuban Mojo Chicken belong to?
This recipe belongs to Cuban cuisine.How many ingredients does Cuban Mojo Chicken need?
This recipe needs 4 ingredients.Is Cuban Mojo Chicken filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 8/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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