Chipotle Chicken
Get ready to ignite your taste buds with this smoky and zesty Chipotle Chicken recipe, perfect for any dinner craving bold flavors. Tender, juicy chicken breasts are marinated in a fiery blend of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, fresh lime juice, garlic, and honey for a harmonious balance of heat and sweetness. Infused with warm spices like cumin and oregano, this dish is grilled to perfection, creating smoky charred flavors that pair beautifully with a garnish of fresh cilantro. Simple to prepare yet packed with robust flavor, this versatile recipe is perfect for tacos, salads, rice bowls, or as a standalone showstopper. Ready in under 40 minutes (plus marinating time), this Chipotle Chicken is your new go-to for a healthful, flavorful meal that’s anything but boring.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
Instructions
In a blender or food processor, combine chipotle peppers, olive oil, lime juice, garlic, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and honey. Blend until the mixture is smooth.
Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring they are well-coated.
Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for maximum flavor.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
Remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the used marinade.
Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 6 to 7 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks. A meat thermometer should read 165°F (75°C) when inserted into the thickest part of the chicken.
Transfer the grilled chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
262 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.1 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 85 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 640 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.8 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 31.6 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 32 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 327 mg | 7% | |
*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.
