Chipotle Marinated Chicken
Infuse your meals with bold, smoky flavors with this Chipotle Marinated Chicken recipe! Juicy chicken breasts or thighs are bathed in a vibrant marinade of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, fresh lime juice, honey, and aromatic spices like cumin and paprika. After soaking in this flavor-packed blend, the chicken is grilled, baked, or seared to perfection, resulting in tender, slightly caramelized meat with a tantalizing kick of heat. Ready in just 30 minutes (excluding marinating time), this versatile dish is perfect as a standalone entrée or sliced up for tacos, salads, and burritos. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a burst of freshness, and watch it become a family favorite. Perfect for grilling season or weeknight dinners, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of bold, smoky, and spicy meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 3 whole peppers Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 2 tablespoons Adobo sauce (from chipotle can)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
In a blender or food processor, combine the chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, olive oil, garlic, honey, lime juice, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and well combined.
Place the chicken breasts or thighs in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the chipotle marinade over the chicken, making sure each piece is fully coated.
Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to infuse into the meat.
When ready to cook, preheat your grill, oven, or stovetop skillet to medium-high heat.
If grilling, cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). If using an oven, preheat to 400°F (200°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until fully cooked. For stovetop cooking, sear each side for 7-8 minutes in a lightly oiled skillet over medium heat.
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Optionally, garnish with freshly chopped cilantro. Serve the chicken as a main dish, or slice it and use in tacos, salads, or burritos.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
386 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.0 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 145 mg | 48% | |
| Sodium | 767 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.0 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.6 g | ||
| Protein | 53.6 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 41 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 539 mg | 11% | |
*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.
