MOJO CHICKEN WITH PINEAPPLE
This simple, bright chicken dinner will transport you to a sunnier place, no matter what color the sky may be where you are. It starts with a citrusy, garlicky Cuban mojo. Instead of marinating the chicken in the mojo before cooking, you marinate it afterward: As the warm, broiled chicken sits in the mojo (for up to an hour), it soaks up the lively flavors.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories dinner, weekday, poultry, main course
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Pat the chicken dry and season all over with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Heat the broiler with a rack 6 inches from heat source. On a foil-lined quarter sheet pan (or half sheet pan), drizzle the pineapple chunks and orange quarters with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat, then broil until charred in spots, 8 to 13 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the mojo: On a cutting board, coarsely chop the garlic and jalapeño. Add the chopped cilantro stems, orange zest, lime zest, dried oregano and 1 teaspoon salt. Chop and smash the mixture until a coarse paste forms. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl, then stir in the lime juice, ground cumin and 2 tablespoons olive oil.
- Transfer the charred fruit to the mojo and transfer the chicken to the sheet pan. Coat with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and broil until cooked through and charred in spots, 15 to 20 minutes (no need to flip).
- Add the cooked chicken to the mojo, pineapple and orange wedges, and toss to coat. Let sit 5 minutes or up to 1 hour. Slice the chicken and serve on a platter, with the sauce poured over top and the charred pineapple and orange wedges alongside. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with cilantro leaves. Squeeze orange wedges over top as desired.
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Destiny Hinson
[email protected]I'm new to cooking and this recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! I was impressed with how well the flavors came together. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Md SHAHADAT Kuakata
[email protected]The flavors in this mojo chicken with pineapple dish are amazing. The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the pineapple added a tropical twist that was very refreshing. I will definitely be making this dish again soon.
Richard Holcombe
[email protected]This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! It's quick to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I serve it with rice and a side of vegetables.
Buyka byja
[email protected]I made this dish with a few modifications to make it healthier. I used grilled chicken breasts instead of fried, and I substituted Greek yogurt for sour cream. It was still delicious and my family loved it!
Azam shah Azam shag
[email protected]I decided to try making this recipe and it was a huge hit at my last BBQ party. Everyone loved the combination of flavors and the pineapple was a hit. Will definitely make it again!
Shafiq RHMAN
[email protected]This mojo chicken with pineapple turned out fantastic! I highly recommend it. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the pineapple added just the right amount of sweetness.