Mojo-Sauced Chicken Thighs with Fried Plantains

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-12 · Updated 2026-04-12

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Tender chicken thighs marinated in garlicky citrus sauce, served with caramelized plantains for a classic Puerto Rican meal. This Puerto Rican-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, olive oil, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 650 calories and feeds 2, 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: 20 min Serves 2 Puerto Rican cuisine 650 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz boneless, skinless chicken thighs
3 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves, minced garlic
2 tbsp lime juice
1/2 tsp cumin
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
2 ripe (10 oz), sliced 1/2-inch thick plantains

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, combine 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1/2 tsp cumin, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper, and 1 tbsp olive oil to make the marinade; mix well. Add the chicken thighs and coat evenly, then marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade, shaking off excess, and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through, then set aside.
Step 3: In the same skillet, add the sliced plantains and 1 tbsp olive oil, cooking for 4-5 minutes per side until caramelized and golden.
Step 4: Return the chicken to the skillet with the plantains and pour any remaining marinade over the top. Cook for 2 minutes to heat through and meld flavors.