Cuban Pollo a la Plancha (Easy Griddled Chicken Breast)
Experience the flavors of Cuba with Cuban Pollo a la Plancha, an easy-to-make griddled chicken breast dish that brightens up any meal. This recipe features succulent chicken breasts marinated in a zesty mojo sauce, ensuring every bite is bursting with citrus and garlic goodness. Griddled to perfection and topped with savory sautéed onions, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Pair it with rice, beans, or sweet plantains for a complete meal that is sure to impress family and friends.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Cuban
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/3 cup mojo marinade
- 2 teaspoons homemade sazon completa
- 2–3 tablespoons neutral oil
- Sliced sautéed onions (optional)
Instructions
- Flatten the chicken: Place chicken between plastic wrap and pound to 1/4-inch thickness.
- Marinate: In a shallow dish, combine pounded chicken and mojo marinade. Season with sazon completa and let marinate for 20 minutes.
- Heat the pan: Preheat a griddle or skillet over medium heat and add oil.
- Cook: Grill each chicken piece for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately with your choice of sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg