Ah, Chipotle chicken! That can be either a smoky, spicy grilled chicken or a saucy, flavorful dish perfect for tacos, bowls, or salads. Here’s a simple way to make it at home:
Chipotle Chicken Recipe
Ingredients:
- 4 chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 2–3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (canned)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions:
- Make the marinade: Blend chipotle peppers, garlic, olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and lime juice until smooth.
- Marinate the chicken: Coat the chicken with the marinade and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (overnight is best).
- Cook the chicken:
- Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high and cook 6–8 min per side.
- Pan: Heat a skillet with a little oil and cook 6–8 min per side until cooked through.
- Serve: Slice and serve in tacos, burrito bowls, over rice, or with roasted vegetables.
If you want, I can also give you a super easy 15-minute version that’s just as smoky and delicious but perfect for quick weeknight dinners. Do you want me to do that?
