Cuban Roasted Chicken with Passion Fruit Mojo, Silky Black Beans, and Griddled Sweet Plantain

Name: Cuban Roasted Chicken with Passion Fruit Mojo, Silky Black Beans, and Griddled Sweet Plantain
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 80 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Cubana
Ingredients: 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs; 6 cloves garlic; 1/2 cup orange juice; 3 tbsp lime juice; 3 tbsp olive oil; 2 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1 3/4 tsp salt; 1 tsp black pepper; 1 1/2 cups white onion; 1/2 cup passion fruit pulp; 1 tbsp honey; 3 cups cooked black beans; 1 leaf bay leaf; 1 cup chicken broth or water; 2 large ripe plantains; 1 tbsp butter; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro

An original Cuban-inspired recipe featuring chicken thighs marinated with garlic, cumin, and citrus, roasted until golden and finished with a vibrant passion fruit mojo. It is served with silky black beans scented with bay leaf and sweet plantain seared on a griddle for a balanced, aromatic, home-style meal.

25 minPrep

55 minCook

80 minTotal

4Servings

Gluten-FreeDairy-FreeHigh Protein

Ingredients

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700 g boneless skinless chicken thighs (cut en pieces large)
18 g garlic (4 cloves for the marinada and 2 for the frijoles)
120 ml orange juice (fresh if possible)
45 ml lime juice (divided entre marinada and mojo)
45 ml olive oil (divided)
4 g ground cumin (divided)
2 g dried oregano
10 g salt (divided or to taste)
2 g black pepper (divided)
200 g white onion (finely chopped, divided)
120 ml passion fruit pulp (with or without semillas)
15 ml honey
500 g cooked black beans (with parte of su líquido if possible)
1 unit bay leaf
240 ml chicken broth or water (for the frijoles)
500 g ripe plantains (pelados and cut a lo largo)
14 g butter (for dorar the plátano)
10 g fresh cilantro (chopped for terminar)

Nutrition facts

per serving

538 kcal

Calories

35 g

Protein

43 g

Carbs

24 g

Fat

8 g

Fiber

35 g

Net carbs

Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.

Allergens

No declared allergens

Instructions

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1. Preheat the oven to 220 °C / 425 °F.
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2. In a large bowl, combine the chicken with 4 minced garlic cloves, 120 ml (1/2 cup) orange juice, 30 ml (2 tbsp) lime juice, 15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil, 3 g (1 1/2 tsp) ground cumin, the dried oregano, 6 g (1 tsp) salt, 1 g (1/2 tsp) black pepper, and 100 g (about 3/4 cup) of the white onion. Let it marinate for 15 minutes while you prepare the rest.
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3. Place the chicken and its marinade in a baking dish in a single layer. Roast for 30 to 35 minutes at 220 °C / 425 °F, until cooked through and browned around the edges.
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4. While the chicken roasts, heat 15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the remaining 100 g (about 3/4 cup) white onion and 2 minced garlic cloves. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the onion turns translucent.
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5. Add the cooked black beans, bay leaf, 1 g (1/2 tsp) ground cumin, 120 ml (1/2 cup) chicken broth or water, 2 g (1/4 tsp) salt, and 1 g (1/4 tsp) black pepper to the saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat for 15 to 18 minutes, stirring occasionally. Lightly mash a small portion of the beans with a spoon so they become silky. Remove the bay leaf.
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6. For the passion fruit mojo, place the passion fruit pulp, 15 ml (1 tbsp) honey, 15 ml (1 tbsp) lime juice, and the remaining 15 ml (1 tbsp) chicken broth or water in a small skillet. Cook over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes until lightly thickened and glossy.
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7. Heat a griddle or large skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and, once melted, place the ripe plantains in the pan. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until deeply golden and caramelized.
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8. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Spoon the passion fruit mojo over the top and sprinkle with fresh cilantro.
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9. Serve the roasted chicken with the silky black beans and griddled sweet plantain. Spoon the pan juices over the chicken for extra flavor.

Chef tips

If the passion fruit is very tart, add 1 extra teaspoon of honey. For a more roasted finish, broil the chicken for 2 minutes at the end, watching closely.

Substitutions

You can use skin-on chicken thighs for extra flavor, adding a few more minutes of cooking time. Cilantro can be replaced with fresh parsley. If you do not have passion fruit, use mango puree with a few extra drops of lime for a different, less tart profile.

What I used to make it

Generic kitchen tools that work for this recipe. You don’t need to buy anything to make it.

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Cosori Pro LE 5 Qt Air Fryer
Browning and baking with little oil
- Browns food with very little oil
- Handy for vegetables, chicken and reheating
- Check the basket capacity
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TempPro TP19H Digital Thermometer
Checking doneness of meat and chicken
- Checks doneness of meat and chicken
- Quick reading
- Clean the probe after each use
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T-fal Ultimate Hard Anodized 12" Non-Stick Pan
Eggs, omelets and stir-fries
- Eggs and omelets that don’t stick
- Comfortable, sturdy handle
- Use wooden or silicone utensils
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