Cuban Mojo-Marinated Grilled Chicken with Citrus and Garlic

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Juicy chicken thighs marinated in a vibrant Cuban mojo sauce made from fresh citrus juices, garlic, and herbs, grilled to smoky perfection. This Caribbean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, fresh orange juice, fresh lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 6, 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: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 6 Caribbean cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 1/4 cup olive oil, 5 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped fresh oregano, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to make the mojo marinade.
  2. Step 2: Add 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs to the marinade, turning to coat evenly. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours or overnight for maximum flavor.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess marinade.
  4. Step 4: Grill the chicken thighs skin side down for 6-7 minutes until the skin is crisp and charred in spots. Flip and grill for an additional 6-7 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Step 5: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving with fresh lime wedges and your choice of side dishes.

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