High Protein Chipotle Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this smoky, tangy, and flavor-packed High Protein Chipotle Chicken recipe! Perfectly seasoned with chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, lime juice, and a hint of honey, this grilled chicken dish is bursting with bold, zesty flavors. Marinated for optimal tenderness and infused with the warmth of cumin and smoked paprika, it’s a protein-rich meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Ready in under an hour with minimal prep, this easy recipe is ideal for meal prep or a wholesome family dinner. Serve it with a refreshing side salad, fluffy rice, or quinoa for a complete and satisfying dish that will have everyone asking for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
In a blender or food processor, combine chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, honey, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth to create the marinade.
Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for maximum flavor.
Preheat your grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.
Remove the chicken from the marinade and allow any excess marinade to drip off. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is cooked through.
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro before serving. Enjoy your High Protein Chipotle Chicken with a side of choice, such as a salad, rice, or quinoa.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
922 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.5 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.1 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 2884 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.3 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 110.7 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 105 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1220 mg | 26% | |
*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.
