How to Make Mojo Pollo Asada (Roast Chicken) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Mojo Pollo Asada, or Roast Chicken with Mojo, is a traditional Cuban dish that is bursting with flavor and savory goodness. The name "mojo" refers to the flavorful marinade that is used to season the chicken, typically made with a combination of citrus juices, garlic, and spices. The chicken is marinated in this mojo mixture before being roasted to perfection, resulting in tender, juicy meat with a tangy, aromatic flavor.

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 3 tablespoons orange juice
  • 1 (6 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs 10 mins
  • Total Time: 5 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat until very hot. Meanwhile, mash cumin, salt, oregano, and garlic together in a heat-proof bowl until a paste forms.
  • Remove oil from the heat and whisk in paste; allow to cool slightly. Stir in lime juice and orange juice.
  • Place chicken into a large resealable bag; pour in marinade and shake until chicken is evenly coated. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Remove chicken from marinade and shake off excess. Discard remaining marinade. Arrange chicken in a roasting pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Nutrition

    562 cal.

    • Total Fat: 40g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 146mg
    • Sodium: 501mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 2g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 46g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 33mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 439mg