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Low Carb Mojo Chicken Recipe
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Low Carb Mojo Roasted Chicken

A bright, refreshing mojo marinade that's perfect for roasting a whole chicken. Try this lower carb variation and wow your friends and family with this show stopping dish!
Course Recipes
Cuisine Cuban
Keyword Low Carb Mojo Chicken Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Additional Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 40 minutes
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 500kcal
Author Bon Appeteach

Ingredients

  • 1, 4 lb. Whole Chicken keep it 4 lb and under for easier baking time and crispy skin
  • 3-4 tbsp. Olive or Avocado Oil
  • 1 Lemon juiced
  • 2 Limes juiced
  • 1 tbsp. Orange Zest Optional but adds flavor
  • 2-3 Garlic Cloves
  • 1 tsp. Fresh Oregano
  • 1 tsp Fresh Thyme
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • Sea Salt & Cracked Black Pepper

Instructions

  • Follow the steps in this guide for butterflying or to spatchcock your whole chicken for this recipe.
  • Place your prepped chicken in a baking dish (I like a 9x13 inch dish).
  • In a blender, combine the marinade ingredients and pulse a few times. Once combined, pour over the chicken and make sure the top and bottom has been coated. Cover with plastic wrap and store in the fridge for at least 30 minutes and up to overnight.
  • Preheat your oven or grill (indirect heat) to 425 F. Prepare a baking pan and cover with foil or parchment (for easy clean up).
  • Place the chicken on the pan and bake for approximately 60-75 minutes or so (this will vary based on how large the bird is).
  • The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165 F in the thickest part of the thigh.
  • Let the chicken rest 10-15 minutes before slicing so the juices settle. Slice into pieces and serve.

Notes

Use this marinade with other chicken pieces or with your favorite pork cut too!

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 500kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 200mg | Sodium: 161mg