Cuban Pollo a la Plancha (Easy Griddled Chicken Breast)
Cuban Pollo a la Plancha is a quick and flavorful dish that will transport your taste buds to tropical shores with every bite. This easy griddled chicken breast recipe features tender, juicy chicken marinated in a zesty mojo sauce and seasoned with homemade sazon completa. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish is not only delicious but also versatile. Serve it alongside rice, beans, or sweet plantains for a complete meal that everyone will love. With minimal cleanup and a preparation time of just 15 minutes, you’ll find yourself reaching for this recipe again and again.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 21 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Cuban
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/3 cup mojo marinade
- 2 teaspoons homemade sazon completa
- 2–3 tablespoons neutral oil
Instructions
- Tenderize the Chicken: Place chicken between plastic wrap and pound to about 1/4-inch thickness.
- Marinate: In a shallow dish, combine chicken and mojo marinade; sprinkle sazon completa on both sides. Marinate for 20 minutes.
- Grill: Heat oil in a griddle or skillet over medium heat. Remove chicken from marinade, shaking off excess, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Serve: Enjoy with rice, beans, or plantains.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg