Description
Cuban Pollo a la Plancha (Easy Griddled Chicken Breast) is a vibrant dish that transports you to the heart of Cuban cuisine. This recipe features succulent chicken breasts marinated in a delightful blend of citrus and spices, then grilled to golden perfection. Ideal for any meal, whether it’s a casual lunch or an impressive dinner, this dish promises to excite your taste buds while being simple to prepare. Pair it with rice, beans, or fried plantains for a well-rounded meal that’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/3 cup mojo marinade (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 teaspoons homemade sazon completa
- 2–3 tablespoons neutral oil or unsalted butter
- Optional: Sliced sautéed onions
Instructions
- Place chicken between plastic wrap and pound lightly with a meat mallet until about 1/4 inch thick.
- Marinate the chicken in mojo marinade and sazon completa for at least 20 minutes.
- Heat oil in a griddle or grill pan over medium heat.
- Remove excess marinade from chicken and cook each piece for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Optionally top with sautéed onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Cuban
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 460 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 49 g
- Cholesterol: 137 mg