Description
Cuban Pollo a la Plancha, or Easy Griddled Chicken Breast, is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Cuban cuisine straight to your dinner table. This recipe features tender, citrus-marinated chicken breasts that are quickly griddled to golden perfection. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this dish is sure to impress with its zesty mojo marinade and juicy texture. Serve it alongside rice, beans, or sweet plantains for a complete meal that’s both satisfying and healthy. Perfect for meal prep or an easy family dinner, this delightful chicken dish will become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/3 cup mojo marinade
- 2 teaspoons homemade sazon completa
- 2–3 tablespoons neutral oil (or unsalted butter)
- Sliced sautéed onions (optional)
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound them to about 1/4-inch thickness for even cooking.
- In a shallow dish, marinate the chicken with mojo marinade and season with sazon completa on both sides for at least 20 minutes.
- Heat oil in a griddle or large skillet over medium heat. Remove excess marinade from chicken and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve immediately with your choice of sides such as rice, beans, or plantains.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Cuban
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg