Chicken Mojo Recipe
Baked chicken and spinach tossed garlic citrus pepper sauce, topped with queso fresco, served with side black beans & garlic rice
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a bowl, mix lime juice, orange juice, minced garlic, and black pepper to create the mojo sauce. Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the mojo sauce over them. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- 2
Cook the Spinach
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the fresh spinach and sauté until wilted, about 3-5 minutes. Set aside.
- 3
Prepare the Rice
In a pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for about 15-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and water is absorbed.
- 4
Heat the Black Beans
In a small pot, heat the black beans over medium heat until warmed through, about 5-7 minutes.
- 5
