Brickell Street Cuban Mojo Chicken

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Juicy, garlic-infused chicken marinated in traditional Cuban mojo sauce, served with plantain rice and black beans for an authentic Miami twist. This cuban-inspired chicken ready in about 65 minutes pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, minced garlic cloves, cumin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 30 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 Cuban cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Whisk together citrus juice, minced garlic, 1 tsp cumin, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper in a bowl. Rub mixture all over chicken thighs and let marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature.
  2. Step 2: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken skin-side down and cook for 8 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook 5 more minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add onion and sauté for 3 minutes until translucent. Stir in diced tomato, black beans, 1/2 tsp cumin, and cuban oregano. Cook for 4 minutes until beans are heated through and flavors meld.
  4. Step 4: Return chicken to skillet, spooning bean mixture over the top. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature and sauce reduces slightly.
  5. Step 5: Serve chicken over cuban-style rice with additional bean mixture spooned on top. Garnish with extra cilantro if desired.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Brickell Street Cuban Mojo Chicken take to make?

Total time is about 65 minutes (30 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Brickell Street Cuban Mojo Chicken?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep minced garlic cloves from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Brickell Street Cuban Mojo Chicken?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Brickell Street Cuban Mojo Chicken for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Brickell Street Cuban Mojo Chicken?

Cuban chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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