Well now, if you’re lookin’ to make somethin’ simple and tasty with that Crock Pot of yours, you can’t go wrong with a little mojo chicken. It’s real easy, and don’t take much to get it goin’. You just toss in a few things, set it, and forget it! What you end up with is a tender, juicy chicken that’s got a little bit of a kick to it, all cooked nice and slow. Let me tell ya how to do it.
First thing you need to do is get you some chicken. Don’t matter what kind, but I like to use chicken thighs ’cause they get nice and juicy, but chicken breasts’ll work too if that’s all you got. Now, the mojo sauce is what makes this dish so special, so don’t skip it. It’s the secret to makin’ this chicken taste so good!
Ingredients:
- 1 to 2 pounds of chicken (thighs or breasts)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 to 3 potatoes, cut into chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 guindilla chili (if you like it spicy), chopped
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes (if you want it hotter)
- 1/2 cup of lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Now, here’s the thing with that mojo sauce. You take a big ol’ bowl, and you mix up that lime juice with the cumin, paprika, chili flakes, garlic, and a bit of salt. You want it to be all nice and tangy, with just enough spice to make your mouth tingle, but not so hot that it burns your tongue off. You can always add more chili flakes if you like it real spicy. But for most folks, just a little heat is enough.
Next, you take that chicken and plop it right into the Crock Pot. Don’t worry about cutting it up too small or anything. Just throw it in there whole, and let the Crock Pot do the work. You ain’t gotta be fancy. Now, take that mojo sauce you mixed up and pour it all over the chicken. Make sure it’s all nice and covered. Then, toss in your onions, bell pepper, and potatoes. I like to throw the potatoes in there, makes it a full meal. The onions and bell pepper give it a nice sweetness that balances out the spicy.
Cooking it up:
Now, set that Crock Pot to low and let it cook for about 6 to 8 hours. You can check on it if you want, but I’m tellin’ ya, you don’t really need to. That slow cooking will make the chicken tender, and the flavors will soak right in. Don’t be in a rush and cook it on high, or you might end up with dry chicken. Low and slow is the secret to tender meat, trust me on this one.
After it’s cooked all the way through, you can check the chicken to make sure it’s done. It should be falling off the bone and real juicy. If it looks a little dry, don’t worry, just give it a little more time to cook. But you don’t want it to go too long, or else it’ll turn rubbery. That’s when it gets all tough and yucky. Just keep an eye on it, and when it’s done, it should be melt-in-your-mouth tender.
Serving it up:
Once it’s ready, you can serve that mojo chicken right up. It’s great with rice, or you can just eat it as it is with some nice crusty bread to dip in the juices. If you got some extra sauce left in the pot, you can spoon it over the chicken to make it even more flavorful. If you’re feelin’ fancy, sprinkle a little cilantro on top, but that’s totally optional.
Some Tips:
- If you like it real spicy, add more chili flakes or even some hot sauce in the mojo mix.
- You can also throw in some black beans or corn if you want to make it a bigger meal.
- Don’t overcook the chicken! That’s the biggest mistake folks make. Low and slow is the way to go!
So, there you have it, easy mojo chicken in the Crock Pot. It’s one of those meals that’s perfect for when you’re busy, but still want somethin’ real tasty to eat at the end of the day. Just toss it all in, set it, and go about your business. When you come back, you’ll have a big ol’ pot of flavorful, tender chicken ready to eat. Ain’t nothin’ better than that.
Tags：[Mojo Chicken, Crock Pot, Slow Cooker, Easy Chicken Recipe, Chicken Thighs, Spicy Chicken, Crock Pot Recipes, Lime Chicken, Tender Chicken]
