Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsMamajuana Cafe PatersonPollo A La Cubana Recipe

Pollo A La Cubana Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Grilled chicken breast served w/ black bean rice 'moro negro' & guacamole, maduros

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Marinade

    In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Coat the chicken breasts with the marinade and let them sit for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Cook the Black Bean Rice

    In a saucepan, sauté chopped onion and bell pepper in olive oil until soft. Add the black beans and cooked white rice. Stir well and let simmer for about 10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Grill the Chicken

    Preheat the grill. Grill the marinated chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F).

  4. 4

    Make the Guacamole

    In a bowl, mash the avocados and mix in lime juice, salt, and any additional spices to taste.

  5. 5

    Prepare the Maduros

    Slice the ripe plantains diagonally and fry them in a pan with oil until golden brown on both sides.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Plate the grilled chicken with black bean rice, guacamole, and maduros on the side.

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