Mojo Marinated Grilled Chicken (2024)

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We love this quick grilled chicken! A quick marinade made of easy to find ingredients served along side grilled red onions. So simple but the flavor is so big!

Mojo Marinated Grilled Chicken (1)

Mojo chicken baby! An orange, a lime or two, some cuminand garlic, so simple. Give your chicky a quick 20 minute bathin that stuff and you got atasty, fast,super easy dinner thats darn healthy too!

Iamlearning to grill this year. I have a fear of gas BBQ’s as well as anything electrical or plumbing related, (yes, I flush, but I kinda close my eyes like you do at a scary movie). I’m a work in progress. Do you know how many things can go wrong when dealing with a gas BBQ?There areflames and all those clicking noises when you hit the button. Disaster is just around the corner, I am sure of it….

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But hey, look what I did! I conquered my fears and grilled us up some really tasty chicken. All by myself! Next week, fish…maybe some burgers. Wow, a whole new world is opening up. Out of the kitchen and into the light! (Unless there is electricity in the light…then Iamnot going into it…or plumbing….definitely not going if there is plumbing).

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Look closely. Thats a plastic orange in the background and a fake lime. I used the real ones for the marinade. You would think, Iwould have the foresight to buyextra oranges andlimes for garnish. Nope,still flying by the seat of my pants around here. Good thing I keep plastic fruit on hand for just such an emergency!

The meat is real, kinda proud of that….Blogggeerrrr of the yearrrrr!

Tips To make this Grilled Mojo Chicken

  • Chicken thighs, breasts or even drumsticks will work great for this recipe. I used thighs because they stay so moist in the marinade and on the grill.
  • Love the red onions but peppers would be nice too. If you don’t have them, no worries. Make it without.
  • I add all my marinade ingredients to a ziploc baggie and toss in the chicken. ( Along with fear of bbq’s I also have a fear of chicken germs so putting raw chicken in a glass bowl? I’d have to throw out the bowl. More about my fears in another post…bet you can’t wait).
  • Save a quarter cup of marinade BEFORE YOU PUT THE CHICKEN IN IT. To baste while cooking.
  • Heat the grill to high until good and hot. Reduce to medium high and don’t turnthat chicken for 5-6 minutes if you want some pretty grill marks. Same with the red onions.

Serve with Crunchy MediterraneanCouscous Salad for a super fast and freshdinner!

Here’s to conquering your fears!

Clink!

Kathi

Mojo Marinated Grilled Chicken (4)

Mojo Grilled Chicken with Charred Red Onion

We love this quick grilled chicken! A quick marinade made of easy to find ingredients served along side grilled red onions. So simple but the flavor is so big!

4.54 from 15 votes

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Prep Time: 30 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Author: Kathi & Rachel

Ingredients

  • 6-8 chicken thighs or 4 chicken breasts
  • 1 red onion peeled and thickly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Marinade

  • 1 orange - zested and juiced
  • 2 limes - zested and juiced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup white wine or chicken stock . I used wine...duh
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

Instructions

  • Combine all marinade ingredients into a large ziploc type baggie.

  • Reserve quarter cup to baste chicken as it grills.

  • Add chicken to remaining marinade and let it rest for at least 20 minutes.

  • Rub olive oil on red onion slices and keep on separate platter.

  • Heat grill to high and place chicken and onions on the grill.

  • Reduce heat to medium high..

  • Cook for about t 5-6 minutes on each side, basting with reserved marinade.

  • Chicken is done with internal temp reaches 165 degrees.

Nutrition

Calories: 427kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 111mg | Sodium: 716mg | Potassium: 432mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 29.9mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 2.1mg

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  1. Lucia says

    Mojo Marinated Grilled Chicken (5)
    I believe the chicken broth works better than the white wine… But it came out good anyway! I added some chopped up jalapeños to the marinade and baked it in the oven with chicken thighs and legs

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  2. Cheryl Ganley says

    Mojo Marinated Grilled Chicken (6)
    Made this and served it with a mango sauce (mango, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, onion and jalapeno blended together) over cilantro lime rice… delicious

    Reply

  3. Dave F says

    Mojo Marinated Grilled Chicken (7)
    This was a great recipe! I will make this again many times only addition was cilNtro in the marinade. Grilled red onions were grearpt too.

    Reply

    • Kathi @ LaughingSpatula.com says

      Hi Dave! I’m one of those people where cilantro tastes like soap to me! But yes, the recipe certainly would be more authentic with it! Glad you liked it and thanks for the nice note!

      Reply

      • Dave F says

        Mojo Marinated Grilled Chicken (8)
        And thank you for the recipe! Totally understand on the cilantro it was great though and good today as well! I will make it many more times god willing
        Also, sorry about the spelling errors the text is very light when I write the review

  4. Dave says

    Mojo Marinated Grilled Chicken (9)
    Fantastic! Using Bell and Evans boneless chicken thighs for this recipe tomorrow can’t wait to taste this!

    Reply

  5. JP says

    What would you consider serving with this dish? I’m doing the Whole30 thing, so tortillas are out… but we’ll definitely need more than the chicken and onions to fill us up! Any ideas?

    Reply

    • Kathi @ LaughingSpatula.com says

      Hi JP! The first thing that comes to mind is sweet potatoes! I think they would pair really well with this. Second thought is cauliflower rice. Whole30 allows regular white potatoes too (a real treat!). Maybe roast some red ones in the oven with additional onions and lotsa garlic. Hope that helped. Good luck!

      Reply

  6. Megan says

    Would this mojo chicken be good in chicken enchiladas by any chance???

    Reply

  7. Tamara says

    We’d have never known the fruit was plastic 😉 Lol. I do that all the time; I may need to borrow that trick! How cool that you’re conquering your fear of the gas grill… They’re such a great tool in your food arsenal. Keep up the good work! This recipe is a keeper for sure!

    Reply

    • Kathi Kirk says

      Thanks Tamara! Clink to conquering our fears! :).

      Reply

  8. Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says

    Mojo Marinated Grilled Chicken (10)
    What a great simple dish, but still with so much flavour. My husband would love this too.

    Reply

    • Kathi Kirk says

      Thank you Dannii! Hoping you get a chance to try it!

      Reply

  9. Lucy says

    Mojo Marinated Grilled Chicken (11)
    Yum! I love anything with cumin, and all the citrus flavors sound delicious. Can’t wait to grill this up!

    Reply

    • Kathi Kirk says

      Thanks Lucy!

      Reply

  10. Beth @ Binky's Culinary Carnival says

    Love this! Anything with cumin has to be good! Keep a jug of water near the grill for flare-ups, lol! The plastic fruit is great, I din’t even notice until you pointedit out!

    Reply

    • Kathi Kirk says

      I’m actually manned with a fire extinguisher…LOL!

      Reply

  11. Elaine @ Flavour and Savour says

    Mojo Marinated Grilled Chicken (12)
    Welcome to the wonderful world of grilling! This citrusy chicken looks fabulous. I had a good laugh over the plastic fruit. Whatever works, right?

    Reply

    • Kathi Kirk says

      Hi Elaine! Oh the secrets us food bloggers have huh?

      Reply

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Mojo Marinated Grilled Chicken (2024)

FAQs

What is mojo marinade made of? ›

Cuban mojo is possibly the most popular in the United States. It describes any sauce made with olive oil or pork lard, garlic, oregano and bitter orange juice. It is commonly used to flavor yuca and to marinate pork and whole chicken.

How long can you marinate chicken for grilling? ›

Information. Most recipes for marinating meat and poultry recommend six hours up to 24 hours. It is safe to keep the food in the marinade longer, but after two days it is possible that the marinade can start to break down the fibers of the meat, causing it to become mushy.

Should you dry marinated chicken before grilling? ›

There's no need to rinse the marinated chicken under water, but you do need to pat it dry before transferring it to the grill. This will prevent the excess marinade from dripping and causing flareups.

What is Mojo chicken from Publix? ›

Chicken Containing Up To 15% Of A Solution (water, Seasoning [maltodextrin, Salt, Yeast Extract, Molasses Powder, Safflower Oil, Olive Oil, Shiitake Extract Powder, Spices, Dehydrated Garlic, Natural Flavors, Autolyzed Yeast Extract, Disodium Inosinate And Disodium Guanylate, Citric Acid], Salt, Sodium Phosphates), ...

What is the flavor of mojo? ›

Mojo is a fragrant garlic-and-herb sauce that adds zest and spice to many Cuban dishes. It can be used as a marinade for pork, beef, or seafood, or passed tableside as a condiment. Unlike Canary Island mojos, which rely on chiles and vinegar, Cuban mojo gets its signature tartness from bitter orange juice.

Does Mojo marinade need to be refrigerated? ›

Add the sour/bitter orange juice and 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil. Mix well to emulsify and use to marinade chicken, pork, beef, or seafood. You can also store the in the fridge for up to 2 weeks and use as needed.

Do you rinse marinade off chicken before cooking? ›

Remove Marinade Before Cooking: To prevent flare-ups on the grill and ensure properly browned meat when sautéing or stir-frying, wipe off most of the excess marinade before cooking. Keep just a little marinade on the meat surface to maximize flavor.

Which should be avoided when marinating? ›

Marinade Mistakes to Avoid
  • Overmarinating. Marinating for too long can change the texture of the food by making it either tough or mushy, depending on how acidic the marinade is.
  • Undermarinating. ...
  • Not using enough marinade. ...
  • Marinating in the wrong container. ...
  • Not marinating in the refrigerator. ...
  • Reusing the marinade.

Is marinating chicken for 30 minutes enough? ›

You can marinate chicken anywhere from 2 hours up to 24 hours, though marinating chicken for even 15 to 30 minutes can impart flavor and moisture into smaller pieces of meat. Generally, bone-in cuts of chicken, such as wings, drumsticks and breasts, will require a longer marinade time than their boneless counterparts.

What does Badia mojo marinade taste like? ›

Natural Ingredients: Made with a blend of high-quality natural ingredients, Badia Marinade Mojo Criollo boasts a harmony of garlic, citrus, and spices. No artificial flavors or preservatives.

How do you pronounce mojo chicken? ›

Many North Americans would look at the word "mojo" in its printed form and pronounce it “mo-joe." In Spanish of course, it's pronounced "mo-ho" because the letter “j” is pronounced as an "h," as in jalapeño.

What does Publix fry their chicken in? ›

Chicken Parts Containing Up To 12% Of A Solution (water, Salt, And Sodium Phosphates), Breading (wheat Flour, Salt, Spices, Onion Powder, Modified Wheat Starch, Inactive Dried Yeast Or Leavening [sodium Phosphate, Sodium Bicarbonate] And Yeast Extract Extractive Of Paprika, Extractive Of Turmeric [folor], Annatto [ ...

What is mojo made of? ›

In Puerto Rico, mojo is a herb sauce of finely chopped cilantro or parsley with salt, plenty of crushed garlic, and olive oil. Black pepper, butter, grated onion, vinegar, and any citrus fruit can also be added.

What are the ingredients in Goya Mojo marinade? ›

Ingredients. WATER, SALT, ORANGE JUICE CONCENTRATE, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, GARLIC, ONION, SPICES, SUGAR, 0.1% SODIUM BENZOATE AND POTASSIUM SORBATE AS PRESERVATIVE.

What is the main ingredient in a marinade? ›

A typical marinade is made up of three essential components: an acid (such as vinegar, wine, or citrus), an oil (such as olive oil or sesame oil), and a flavouring agent (such as herbs and spices).

What does Badia Mojo marinade taste like? ›

Natural Ingredients: Made with a blend of high-quality natural ingredients, Badia Marinade Mojo Criollo boasts a harmony of garlic, citrus, and spices. No artificial flavors or preservatives.

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