Chipotle Chicken Recipe: Smoky and Spicy
Classic Chipotle Chicken with smoky, spicy marinade.
Ingredients
- Chipotle Marinade:
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce chopped
- 2 tbsp adobo sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Chicken:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Cooking:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Optional: Cilantro lime wedges
- Suggested Pairings: Mexican rice margarita
Instructions
- Blend chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, oil, lime juice, honey, garlic, spices. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
- Marinate chicken in mixture for 1–6 hours in fridge.
- Grill or sear chicken in oil over medium-high heat, 5–7 minutes per side (165°F internal). Rest 5 minutes.
- Serve on a white ceramic platter with cilantro, lime, rice, and margarita.
Notes
- Marinate longer for bolder flavor.
- Store in the fridge for 4 days or freeze for 3 months.
- Try low-spice or vegan variations.
- Pair with tortillas.