How to Make Mojo Chicken Quarters: Bursting with Flavor! 🍗🍋

orange juice

🥗Healthier: fresh orange juice

💰Cheaper: citrus blend juice

Fresh juice enhances flavor while blends can reduce cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier and canola oil is less expensive.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell peppers are milder while banana peppers are more affordable.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried thyme

Thyme can substitute the aromatic flavor at a lower cost.

Marinate the chicken quarters overnight for best flavor.

Mix orange juice, lemon juice, lemon zest, orange zest, lime zest, oregano, cumin, black pepper, coarse salt, olive oil, crushed garlic, and diced onion in a blender to create the marinade.

Pour the marinade over the chicken quarters, ensuring they are well coated.

Remove the chicken from the marinade without patting it dry to retain the flavor.

Prepare the grill with Cowboy charcoal and M chunks for flavor.

Grill the chicken quarters skin side up at about 350°F (175°C) for 35-45 minutes.

Flip the chicken halfway through cooking for even color.

Adjust the distance of the chicken from the fire to control smokiness and cooking speed.

Cook the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) or higher for tenderness.

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