Description
This Chipotle Chicken recipe features juicy, flavor-packed chicken breasts marinated in a smoky, spicy chipotle sauce, then grilled or pan-cooked to perfection. It’s perfect for tacos, salads, bowls, or served on its own.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 2 tablespoons adobo sauce
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a blender or food processor, combine chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Place chicken breasts in a large resealable bag or dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it’s well coated. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best flavor.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and discard the excess marinade.
- Grill or cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the chicken is nicely charred.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing or serving.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken overnight for maximum flavor.
- This chicken is great for tacos, burrito bowls, or salads.
- Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier result.
- You can freeze the chicken in the marinade for future use.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
