Mojo Chicken Wings
Get ready to elevate your appetizer game with these irresistibly zesty Mojo Chicken Wings! Bursting with citrusy tang from freshly squeezed orange and lime juices, these wings are marinated in a bold mojo sauce infused with garlic, cumin, oregano, and smoky paprika, then roasted to golden perfection. With a balance of tender juiciness and crispy edges—achieved thanks to a quick broil—the flavors are brightened further by a garnish of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime. Perfect for game days, parties, or a crowd-pleasing dinner, these mojo chicken wings are easy to prepare and loaded with vibrant Cuban-inspired flavors. Oven-baked and basted for maximum taste, they offer the ultimate mix of convenience and indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Chicken wings
- 0.5 cups Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.25 cups Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.25 cups Olive oil
- 4 units Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoons Cumin (ground)
- 1 teaspoons Oregano (dried)
- 1 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
- 4 units Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper to make the mojo marinade. Whisk everything together until well blended.
Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels and add them to the marinade. Toss the wings to coat them thoroughly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to let the flavors develop.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. If you have a wire rack, place it on top of the baking sheet for better airflow and crispiness.
Remove the wings from the marinade, letting the excess drip off, and arrange them in a single layer on the baking sheet or wire rack. Reserve the marinade for basting.
Bake the wings in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Flip the wings over, baste them with the reserved marinade, and bake for another 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature of the wings should reach 165°F (74°C).
For extra crispiness, broil the wings on high for 2-3 minutes at the end of the cooking time, but keep a close eye to avoid burning.
Remove the wings from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter, garnish with fresh chopped cilantro, and serve with lime wedges on the side.
Enjoy your zesty and flavorful Mojo Chicken Wings!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3233 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 240.4 g | 308% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.8 g | 264% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 56.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1016 mg | 339% | |
| Sodium | 6172 mg | 268% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.8 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.5 g | ||
| Protein | 178.7 g | 357% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 284 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 2086 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
